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Lionel Messi has recently captured his 46th career trophy after leading Inter Miami to win the Major Soccer Field (MLS) Supporter’s Shield.
Messi recently scored a 3-2 victory over Columbus Crew, the reigning champions on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Columbus, Ohio. This triumph has solidified his position as the men’s footballer with the most titles in history.
How Inter Miami Leads the Match
Lionel Messi was honored with the star of the match. He scored two goals to support his team to achieve the victory. Luis Suarez added another goal to the tally.
The game took a dramatic turn when Columbus Crew’s Rudy Camacho was dismissed in the 63rd minute, providing an advantage to Miami. Goalkeeper Drake Callender also played a crucial role by defending a penalty from Cucho Hernandez just before the final whistle, ensuring 3 points for Miami.
Expressing his happiness, Messi said, “I am happy. Happy that we did it. At the beginning of the year, we knew that this was a group to fight for this. We took charge from the beginning; we had the players to do this. I am happy to secure the first objective, and we’re thinking of the next”
Messi’s Stellar Career
Messi has previously attained numerous accomplishments in his professional career as a footballer. The latest to the row is 10 La Liga championships, 4 Champions League wins, two Copa America titles, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He has won two titles with the American team.
Moreover, Inter Miami has also made a remarkable rise this season. This has been made possible due to the tireless contributions of Messi and Suarez (Alberto Suarez Diaz- professional footballer) in their first full seasons with the team.
Together, in 31 matches, they scored 35 of the team’s 72 goals. Despite missing some games because of critical injuries, Messi has been observed leading and assisting his team and overall goal contributions.
He has also been awarded 8 Balloon d’Or awards, 3 Best FIFA Men’s Player Awards, 6 European Golden Shoes, 2 Laureus World Sports Awards, 9 La Liga Best Player Awards, and 6 Champions League top scorer titles.
How Long Lionel Messi has been playing for Inter Miami
Additionally, Lionel Messi has been playing for Inter-Miami since July 2023. He made his debut in a Leagues Cup match against Cruz Azul.
Since then, he has made a significant impact on the team and the MLS (Major League Soccer). He has helped Miami capture the league’s cup and the MLS Supporters Shield. His leadership and skill have been crucial in these successes.
His presence has flourished the team’s performance. His experience and leadership have been a driving force behind Inter Miami’s rise this season. Despite the challenges of adjusting to a new league and country, Messi has shown his adaptability and professionalism. His ability to perform at a high level, even after sustaining several injuries is commendable.
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