Overview
- Lionel Messi’s brace at Gillette Stadium made him the first MLS player ever to score two goals in four consecutive league matches.
- Goalkeeper Oscar Ustari produced six saves to help Miami withstand a late Carles Gil strike and preserve a 2-1 victory.
- Following their round-of-16 exit in the FIFA Club World Cup, Inter Miami has won two straight MLS games and now holds three matches in hand.
- Coach Javier Mascherano’s side features a strong Argentine spine, with Sergio Busquets, Marcelo Weigandt and others joining Messi on the field.
- Messi’s 14 goals in 15 league appearances leave him just two back of Sam Surridge’s MLS scoring lead as Miami surges toward the playoffs.