Summary
Lionel Messi scored two goals and set up another for Inter Miami in a 4-0 win against Atlanta United in a Major League Soccer game. This victory helped Inter Miami secure at least the No. 3 spot in the Eastern Conference, with the potential to climb higher. The match took place at Chase Stadium in Florida, marking Inter Miami's final regular-season game at that venue.
Key Facts
- Lionel Messi scored twice and assisted on a goal in Inter Miami's win over Atlanta United.
- The game ended 4-0, helping Inter Miami secure at least the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference.
- Inter Miami needs more points than FC Cincinnati to secure the No. 2 seed due to a tiebreaker.
- Messi now leads MLS with 26 goals and ties for the league lead in assists with 18.
- Atlanta United hasn't won in its last five games, losing its last three.
- The match was the last regular-season MLS game at Chase Stadium for Inter Miami, which will move to Miami Freedom Park in 2026.
- Messi chose to play for Inter Miami instead of Argentina's friendly match against Venezuela.
- Atlanta United's Stian Gregersen left the game early due to a suspected hamstring injury.
