Inter Miami
Inter Miami crowns MLS champion with Messi as star
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Inter Miami defeated Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in the 2025 MLS Cup final, securing their first title in the U.S. league. Lionel Messi, with two key assists, was pivotal in the win and received the playoff MVP award. The victory marks Messi's third title with the Florida club.
Inter Miami's struggles at their new Nu Stadium continued with a 1-1 draw against the New England Revolution. Lionel Messi failed to score or assist for the second straight game, as the team fell three points behind Eastern Conference leaders Nashville. German Berterame equalized late to earn a point.
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Lionel Messi scored his 71st career free-kick goal as Inter Miami defeated New York City FC 3-2 in MLS play on March 22, 2026. Coached by Javier Mascherano, the team bounced back from a Concachampions elimination by Nashville—where Messi hit his 900th career goal.