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Messi Extends MLS Record With Fifth Straight Multi-Goal Match

His brace secured a 2-1 win over Nashville SC, ending their 15-match unbeaten run, which boosts Miami’s bid for the Supporters’ Shield.

Inter Miami CF v Nashville SC
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Joe Willis' error gifted Messi a second goal.
Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his first goal on Saturday.

Overview

  • Messi curled a free kick into the net in the 17th minute and capitalized on a goalkeeper error in the 62nd to score a brace.
  • He now has 16 goals in 16 MLS matches, tying him with Sam Surridge for the league scoring lead.
  • Miami’s fifth straight victory moved them to fifth place in the Supporters’ Shield standings on 38 points.
  • The 2-1 result snapped Nashville SC’s 15-game unbeaten streak across all competitions, the longest active run in MLS.
  • Inter Miami sit five points behind the Supporters’ Shield leaders with three matches in hand to make up ground.