Messi reaches 71st free-kick goal in Inter Miami's MLS win over NYCFC

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.

Inter Miami secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over New York City FC in a high-intensity MLS 'partidazo.' Messi, starting the game, curled in a free kick for his 71st career direct free-kick goal, positioning him near the all-time top three, per TN reports. This milestone follows the recent Concachampions round of 16 exit against Nashville, highlighting Messi's ongoing achievements with the Florida side under Mascherano.

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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.

Lionel Messi reached his 900th career goal in Inter Miami's match against Nashville in the Concachampions. The Argentine scored in the return leg of the round of 16 as the team seeks quarterfinal qualification. The football world celebrated the milestone with praise like 'eternal'.

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Inter Miami defeated DC United 2-1 in a Major League Soccer match played in Baltimore, with goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi, who reached his 899th career goal. The team coached by Javier Mascherano secured their second consecutive away win. Over 72,000 spectators attended the match at M&T Bank Stadium.

Charlotte FC will host reigning MLS champions Inter Miami CF at Bank of America Stadium in a key Eastern Conference clash. The match pits two contenders against each other, with Inter Miami holding a slight edge in the standings. Both teams enter on positive notes after recent victories.

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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named Lionel Messi among the substitutes for the international friendly against Mauritania at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires. The World Cup holders arranged the match hastily after the planned Finalissima against Spain was cancelled due to Middle East conflict and a fixture with Guatemala fell through over FIFA rules. Julian Alvarez starts up front as Lautaro Martinez nurses a minor injury.

The Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off on February 3, 2026, featuring 27 teams vying for regional supremacy and a spot in the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. Lionel Messi's Inter Miami receives a bye to the round of 16, while MLS newcomers like San Diego FC make their debut against Pumas UNAM. Liga MX powerhouses such as Tigres and Club América enter the fray amid a packed schedule of home-and-away legs.

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