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
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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
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Assist by Baltasar Rodríguez
55' — Messi assist
40+ meter diagonal from midfield
Inch-perfect timing to meet Jordi Alba’s run
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Alba chips the keeper to finish
60' — Suárez goal
Textbook volley at the top of the box
Perfect coordination with the service
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Clean strike into the corner
86' — Messi brace
Clever off-ball movement in the area
Oriented first touch and ice-cold finish
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Final stamp on the scoreline
Key stats
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Messi: 26 goals (MLS leader) + 18 assists (tied for 1st)
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Form: 21 goals + 13 assists in last 17 MLS matches
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Inter Miami: 3rd in the Eastern Conference (62 points)
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Next match: 10/18 at Nashville (away)
Competitive snapshot
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Playoff berth: Clinched
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Supporters’ Shield: Out of contention
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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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