Messi nears scoring record as Miami beats Atlanta
German Berterame scored in the first half with assists from Messi and Luis Suarez. Messi added two second-half goals as Inter Miami beat Atlanta 3-1.
German Berterame scored in the final minute of the first half with assists from Messi and Luis Suarez. Messi then added two more goals in the 56th and 60th minutes as Miami cruised to victory over Atlanta.
Messi now has 24 goals and at least 15 assists this season, for 40 goal contributions total. Messi has tied the league lead for assists and leads in goals.
He needs nine more goal contributions to break Carlos Vela's 2019 record, and with four matches remaining he is well positioned to chase it. The 39-year-old also became the first player in MLS history to record at least 15 assists in three straight seasons.
- 24
- Messi's goals this season
- 15
- Messi's assists this season
- 9 needed
- Goal contributions to Vela record
- 39 years old
- Messi's age
Why it mattersMessi continues to reshape what's possible in MLS, approaching records many thought untouchable and proving his dominance at the twilight of his career.
AustraliaAustralian defender Kye Rowles had a tough night with D.C. United, conceding four goals to Orlando City as he struggles to replicate his World Cup form.
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