After a defeat to open theMLS season, Lionel Messi once again became the protagonist in the MLS Clásico that Inter Miami played and won (2-4) against Orlando City, where he also scored his first MLS goals of the year.
Messi heats up in the Clásico
MLS rivalry matches are played with such intensity that players sometimes exchange words and gestures, and this time Messi stole the spotlight by sending a strong message after scoring against his rival.
The three points for Inter Miami CF would not have been possible without the two goals from the No. 10, plus the assist he delivered in a crucial moment of the match.
In the 24th minute, Orlando City led 2-0, but the Messi comeback performance began with a moment of brilliance from outside the box around the 51st minute to level the score.
Finally, the Argentine superstar scored another stunning Messi free-kick goal to make it 2-4. After completing the comeback, he celebrated by heading toward the rival bench in a bold gesture, appearing to ask if they wanted an autograph – a fiery moment in the heated Inter Miami vs Orlando City showdown.
With the brace, Messi also became the only player in football history to score goals in 22 consecutive calendar years, dating back to his professional debut in 2005 – further strengthening his GOAT legacy in world football.
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