A dynamic debut season in the U.S. continued for Lionel Messi on Saturday as the superstar forward recorded his latest sensational goal to propel Inter Miami to an early lead in the Leagues Cup final.
Messi, who entered the match with nine goals in six matches for the MLS club, blew past Nashville SC defenders to deliver a jaw-dropping goal with another signature left-footed strike to put Inter Miami up 1–0.
The 36-year-old forward immediately took a lap as his teammates swarmed him with the crowd in a frenzy.
Out of this WORLD. 💫
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) August 20, 2023
Take a bow, Leo Messi. pic.twitter.com/qm90VJtVbc
After transforming Miami’s attack upon his arrival and helping the club secure a spot in next year’s Concacaf Champions Cup, Messi now has his team one step closer to becoming the first MLS club to win the Leagues Cup.
In addition to securing a landmark trophy, a win against Nashville would also raise the stakes ahead of Messi’s MLS debut, which is set for Aug. 26 against New York Red Bulls.
