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Messi Makes MLS History With Fourth Straight Multi-Goal Game

The Argentine’s first-half brace lifted Miami into fifth in the Eastern Conference with three games in hand.

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Lionel Messi
New England Revolution v Inter Miami CF

Overview

  • Lionel Messi scored twice in the first half as Inter Miami beat the New England Revolution 2-1 at Gillette Stadium.
  • His brace marked the fourth consecutive MLS game in which he netted multiple goals, all resulting in wins.
  • Miami moved up to fifth in the Eastern Conference, trailing FC Cincinnati by seven points but holding three games in hand.
  • Messi has tallied 14 goals in 15 MLS appearances this season, placing him two behind the league’s top scorer.
  • Coach Javier Mascherano said he plans to field Messi whenever he is fit to sustain the team’s resurgence.