NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi's impact in the United States continued to astound fans as he led Inter Miami to a resounding 4-0 victory over Atlanta United in the Leagues Cup, securing their spot in the knockout rounds. In his first start for his new club, the Argentine World Cup-winner proved to be a force to be reckoned with, scoring two goals and creating an excellent rapport with Finnish winger Robert Taylor, who also contributed two goals to the team's triumph.
Having made a dramatic debut as a substitute in the previous game against Mexican club Cruz Azul, where he scored the winning goal in the 94th minute, Messi was handed his first starting opportunity against an MLS club, and he didn't disappoint.
