Overview

• Lionel Messi won his first MLS Player of the Month award following a remarkable comeback from a hamstring injury.
• Messi's performance included leading the league with six goals and contributing to 10 of Miami's 12 goals in April.
• His record-breaking start makes him the fastest to reach nine goals and seven assists in the first seven games of an MLS season.
• Teammate Marcelo 'Chelo' Weigandt praised Messi's humility and impact on and off the pitch, highlighting his mentorship to younger players.
• Inter Miami extends its unbeaten streak to five games, maintaining a strong position at the top of the Eastern Conference.