Messi shines in Miami as Inter Miami routs Atlanta United 4–0 (Highlights and analysis inside)

(By Infonegocios Miami Deportes — Sport In Miami — and Ortega) FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — Lionel Messi once again showcased his world-class pedigree in Major League Soccer, steering Inter Miami to a commanding 4–0 win over Atlanta United at Chase Stadium. The Argentine captain scored twice and delivered a sublime assist in a performance that reinforces his statistical dominance across the North American league.

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The Argentine star tops MLS in goals and assists as Las Garzas close in on the playoffs

Match timeline

 

38': Messi opens the scoring with a pinpoint left-footed strike

 

55': Long-range Messi assist to Jordi Alba

 

60': Luis Suárez volleys home with flawless technique

 

86': Messi seals his brace and the 4–0 final



Brace and an assist in Inter Miami’s 4–0 win over Atlanta United

  • Stat-line dominance: Messi leads the Golden Boot race with 26 goals and is tied for first in assists with 18, amassing 21 goals and 13 assists over his last 17 MLS appearances.

  • Competitive context: While Las Garzas (62 points) have slipped out of contention for the MLS Supporters’ Shield, they hold third place in the Eastern Conference, level with Cincinnati and trailing leaders Philadelphia Union (66 points).

  • What’s next: Javier Mascherano’s side closes the Regular Season on Saturday, October 18, away to Nashville, before turning full focus to the playoffs in pursuit of a third trophy in club history.

  • Availability confirmed: Despite initial uncertainty after he was not featured for Argentina against Venezuela, Messi played the full 90 minutes and was the undisputed standout—once again underscoring his invaluable impact on the South Florida project.

With data from official MLS statistics

Sports tips: Technical analysis of the rout

Technical-tactical breakdown of Inter Miami’s 4–0 over Atlanta United

Key moments

 

38' — Messi goal

Right-foot control, two quick left-foot touches

Precise finish from a tight angle

  • Assist by Baltasar Rodríguez

 

55' — Messi assist

40+ meter diagonal from midfield

Inch-perfect timing to meet Jordi Alba’s run

  • Alba chips the keeper to finish

 

60' — Suárez goal

Textbook volley at the top of the box

Perfect coordination with the service

  • Clean strike into the corner

 

86' — Messi brace

Clever off-ball movement in the area

Oriented first touch and ice-cold finish

  • Final stamp on the scoreline

 

Key stats

 

  • Messi: 26 goals (MLS leader) + 18 assists (tied for 1st)

 

  • Form: 21 goals + 13 assists in last 17 MLS matches

 

  • Inter Miami: 3rd in the Eastern Conference (62 points)

 

  • Next match: 10/18 at Nashville (away)



Competitive snapshot

 

  • Playoff berth: Clinched

 

  • Supporters’ Shield: Out of contention

 

  • Target: Push for the conference 2-seed

Notable: Messi logged 90 minutes despite not being lined up for Argentina vs. Venezuela, reaffirming full availability for the club.

 

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Notable: Messi logged 90 minutes despite not being lined up for Argentina vs. Venezuela, reaffirming full availability for the club.

 

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