Messi’s Spectacular Comeback: Two Goals and an Assist in a Record-Breaking Return
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Lionel Messi scored two goals on his return from injury.
Lionel Messi made a sensational return to the field on Saturday, showcasing why he’s considered one of the greatest players in the world. After a three-month injury layoff, Messi scored twice in just four minutes, provided an assist, and set a new Major League Soccer (MLS) milestone.
In his first appearance for Inter Miami since July, Messi achieved the fastest record in MLS history for reaching 15 goals and 15 assists. He accomplished this feat in only 19 games, which is 10 matches fewer than the previous record holder. Messi’s contributions were pivotal in Miami’s 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Union, as he was involved in all three of his team’s goals.
The match started off poorly for Miami. Philadelphia Union’s Mikael Uhre struck early, scoring within the first minute and sending the ball past Miami’s goalkeeper, Drake Callender. The goal put Miami behind, but Messi quickly changed the course of the game.
Messi’s first goal came after a precise pass from Luis Suárez. Positioned inside the box, Messi calmly tapped the ball into the net to level the score. Just four minutes later, he struck again, evading Philadelphia’s defense to score from a similar spot. The quick succession of goals demonstrated Messi’s skill and precision, turning the tide in Miami’s favor.
In the latter part of the match, Philadelphia almost equalized in the 85th minute, but a crucial save from Callender kept Miami ahead. Shortly after, Messi made another decisive play. He provided an assist to Suárez, who scored with a tidy finish, securing the 3-1 victory. This goal was Suárez’s 17th of the season, setting a new club record for the most goals scored in a single MLS regular season.
Messi, who had been sidelined since July 14 due to an injury sustained during the Copa América final with Argentina, admitted feeling “a little tired” after his return. “The heat and humidity in Miami don’t help much either, but I really wanted to come back. I had been off the field for a long time,” Messi said in an interview with TNT Sports, which, like CNN, is part of Warner Bros. Discovery.
He continued, “Little by little, I was training with the team, feeling good, and that’s why we decided that I would start. I’m very happy—very happy.
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