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Leagues Cup: Messi’s goals send Miami through; Sounders beat LA Galaxy

Leagues Cup: Messi’s goals send Miami through; Sounders beat LA Galaxy

Summary

Lionel Messi scored two goals, helping Inter Miami win against Orlando City 3-1 to reach the MLS Leagues Cup final. They will face the Seattle Sounders, who beat LA Galaxy 2-0 in the other semifinal. The final will take place in Seattle.

Key Facts

  • Lionel Messi scored twice for Inter Miami in their 3-1 win over Orlando City.
  • Messi returned after missing two games because of a thigh injury.
  • Inter Miami will compete against Seattle Sounders in the MLS Leagues Cup final.
  • The Seattle Sounders won 2-0 against LA Galaxy to reach the final.
  • Both Inter Miami and Seattle Sounders have secured places in the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup.
  • The Leagues Cup is a tournament featuring teams from MLS and Mexico's Liga MX.
  • Inter Miami previously won the Leagues Cup in 2023.
  • Messi expressed feeling nervous at the start of the match but was more comfortable in the second half.
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