Messi sends Inter Miami to their very first League Cup final as Alba scores his first goal in Major League Soccer.
The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner has scored nine goals in six matches for Inter Miami since joining the club, he still got it.
Inter Miami has scored four goals in four out of six League Cup matches. Before Messi joined, they had only scored four or more goals three times in their first 122 club matches.
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Match Report
Messi’s goal in the 20th minute came from a distance of 36.3 yards, the farthest he’s scored in a club match since 2012. One of the most amazing goals of his career
During the 45+3 minute, Jordi Alba breaks free and scores his first goal for Miami, making it 3-0.
In the 73rd minute, Alejandro Bedoya scores one for the Union, reducing their score to 3-1.
In the 84th minute, David Ruiz scores, securing a 4-1 win for Miami.
Inter Miami qualify for CONCACAF Champions Cup
.Lionel Messi and Inter Miami could now compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will be held in the U.S.
Advancing to the League Cup final also qualifies Miami for the CONCACAF Champions Cup (formerly known as the CONCACAF Champions League).
If they win that tournament next year against the best regional clubs, they will earn a spot in the 2025 tournament, where they will face the top clubs from around the world.
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Messi dominates Atlanta United with a brace and assist
In another news, In a resounding Leagues Cup victory over Atlanta United, Lionel Messi showcased his absolute dominance in his first start for Inter Miami.
The night was filled with beautiful moments as Messi secured his first brace and assist, leaving Atlanta United to endure a new and unforgettable experience.
Inter Miami, typically positioned last in the MLS standings, surprisingly thrashed Atlanta United, who held the seventh place in the Eastern Conference.
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