Lionel Messi continues to write the story of Inter Miami and Major League Soccer. This weekend, during the net victory of his family against the New England Revolution (4-1), the Argentine superstar reached a symbolic course: 100 contributions in MLS, all competitions combined, between goals and assists.
The match was one -sided for Inter Miami, and Messi once again demonstrated his influence on his team's game. The Argentinian did not score this time, but his footprint was decisive with three assists: two for Allende and one for Jordi Alba, his faithful long-standing companion at FC Barcelona, now a teammate in Florida. This complicity on the field recalls the big hours of the Catalan club, and the alchemy between the two players did wonders against New England.
With this new performance, Messi still consolidates his place among the most influential players in the history of MLS. In just a few seasons on American soil, the Argentinian has been able to transform Inter Miami, propelling the club under international spotlights and raising the level of play of his teammates.
No retirement in sight
Reaching 100 contributions in MLS is a figure that illustrates the individual talent of Messi as much as its role as a catalyst for the team. At each match, he continues to raise the collective, whether by his dribbles, his vision of the game or his millimeter passes.
For Inter Miami, this victory and this personal record auspicious while the end of the season is approaching and Miami points to 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. Messi, again and again, proves that he is able to make the difference, not only by his goals, but also by his creative genius, inspiring his teammates and his fans throughout the country.
The former Paris Saint-Germain player has not yet given any indication of what he will do next season, or until when he will extend the pleasure.
