Messi shines to help Inter Miami end losing streak

TPO - The Argentine superstar scored a double and assisted a goal, helping Inter Miami defeat Montreal 4-2, ending a winless streak and regaining morale ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup.

This victory was only the second time Inter Miami has won all 3 points in the last 8 matches. Before that, Messi's team had not won since May 3 (2 draws and 2 losses), falling to 6th place in the Eastern Conference standings.

It's a stunning decline for a team that had a breakout 2024 MLS season with a record of 22 wins, 4 draws, 8 losses - setting league records for points (74) and winning percentage, while also winning the Supporters' Shield.

In this match, Messi opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a delicate finish after a good coordination with his former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets. The veteran Spanish midfielder not only made a smart pass but also created a wall for Messi to have space to finish, scoring his seventh goal in MLS this season.

In the second half, Messi assisted Suarez to double the gap in the 68th minute. Three minutes later, the Uruguayan striker continued to take advantage of the opportunity to complete his double with an unstoppable close-range shot.

In the 87th minute, Suarez returned the favor with a smart pass, putting Messi one-on-one with the goalkeeper to score the second goal, and also set the score at 4-2 for Inter Miami.

This is the first time Messi has scored a brace in MLS since October 2024, bringing his career total to 863 goals in 1,102 professional matches. For Suarez, these goals are meant to relieve stress, as he has only scored 2 goals since the beginning of the season until this match, although last season he was the second-highest scorer in the league with 20 goals.

The win over Montreal gave Inter Miami much-needed confidence as they prepare to enter the FIFA Club World Cup campaign. Before that, coach Gerardo Martino's team will host Columbus at home in MLS this weekend, before facing Egyptian representatives Al Ahly on June 14.

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