Messi Leads Inter Miami Against the Columbus Crew
- Lionel Messi scored two goals as Inter Miami convincingly defeated Columbus Crew with a 5-1 victory on Saturday night.
- Miami entered the match after a four-match winless streak and recent lineup injuries, including Jordi Alba's lower-body muscle injury.
- This victory marked Miami's second straight win, with Messi now leading the team with 10 goals and 15 goal contributions this season.
- Messi scored in the 15th and 24th minutes, and Miami's coach Javier Mascherano said, "He makes everything look easy."
- The win ended Miami’s slump, boosted their confidence, and prepares them for the Club World Cup starting June 14 at Hard Rock Stadium.
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By ALANIS THAMES FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Inter Miami was in the throes of a slump just a week ago. Lionel Messi made sure it didn't last long. Messi scored for the fifth time in three MLS games to help his team rout the Columbus Crew 5-1 on Saturday for its second straight win. Messi had a hand in every one of Miami's goals. He scored twice, in the 15th and 24th minutes, for his team-leading 10 goals this season. He also moved into third pl…


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