MLS, Messi and Inter Miami
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Rodrigo De Paul will reportedly first join on loan this summer as the Herons add a major reinforcement to the midfield.
Messi Surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Inter Miami Brace originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lionel Messi scores another brace for Inter Miami in the MLS as the Herons defeated the New York Red Bulls 5-1.
Inter Miami is also signing Rodrigo De Paul for his abilities on the pitch. The team's defensive system remains one of the weakest in the league and often struggles against opponents with strong midfields and quick attackers—like FC Cincinnati’s Evander, who scored twice against Miami just a few rounds ago.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami rebounded in a big way this past Saturday, routing the New York Red Bulls 5-1 after a stinging 3-0 loss to Cincinnati three days earlier. Inside Inter Miami is back with a new episode looking at both of those results and what's ahead,
Lionel Messi delivered a standout performance, scoring twice and providing an assist as Inter Miami defeated New York Red Bulls 5–1 in MLS action. Messi’s connection with Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba and his clinical finishing helped power Miami to a dominant victory.
Messi became the fifth player in MLS history to record at least 35 goals and 25 assists over a two-year span, joining Robbie Keane (2013-14), Sebastian Giovinco (2015-16), Carlos Vela (2018-19), and Cucho Hernández (2023-24).