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Messi Scores Hat-Trick, Becomes Inter Miami’s Top Scorer
Lionel Messi reached a remarkable milestone on Saturday by becoming Inter Miami’s all-time leading scorer.
The 37-year-old superstar delivered an electrifying performance, netting a stunning hat-trick within just 11 minutes, leading his team to a dominant 6-2 victory over the New England Revolution at the Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Messi’s historic hat-trick not only solidified his position in the club’s record books but also played a pivotal role in helping Inter Miami set a new MLS record for the most points accumulated in a single season.
With this win, the team finished the regular season with an impressive 74 points from 34 matches, boasting a remarkable record of 22 wins, 4 losses, and 8 draws.
This achievement narrowly surpassed the previous record of 73 points held by the Revolution from their 2021 season.
The match began on a challenging note for Inter Miami, as they found themselves trailing by two goals.
However, the team showcased their resilience, with Luis Suarez scoring twice to equalize the match.
The turning point came when Messi entered the game, making an immediate impact.
Just one minute after his substitution, he assisted Benjamin Cremaschi, putting Miami ahead for the first time in the 58th minute.
Following that assist, Messi took centre stage. He scored his first hat-trick for Inter Miami, achieving a total of 33 goals and thus becoming the club’s all-time leading scorer.
This feat is particularly impressive considering he joined the club in July 2023 after a legendary career at FC Barcelona and a successful stint with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Messi’s influence extends beyond just goals; he has also brought international attention to Major League Soccer (MLS) and elevated the profile of Inter Miami since his arrival.
Moreover, this victory made history in another way, as Inter Miami became the first team in MLS history to have multiple players score at least 20 goals in a single season.
This achievement highlights the offensive firepower that the team has displayed throughout the season, showcasing their depth and talent.
Messi’s hat-trick and record-breaking performance are a testament to his enduring skill and influence on the pitch, even at the age of 37.
His ability to change the course of a match and inspire his teammates continues to make him one of the most captivating players in the world.
As Inter Miami heads into the playoffs, fans are eager to see how far Messi and the team can go, especially with the momentum generated from this historic match.
Arsenal legend Paul Merson states to team that the match with Real Madrid is not over yet and to be prepared.
Speaking on the recent win of Arsenal against Real Madrid the legend shares “To be fair, all throughout this Champions League quarter-final fixtures, there have been some quality goals and performances.”
“I don’t think the Arsenal vs Real Madrid tie is over yet though. That makes this a tricky game for the Gunners.”
“Real Madrid’s front-three will be better in that second leg and if they can find an early goal, the pressure will be on.”
The match day 12 fixture has been rescheduled by the Nigeria National League, NNL. The match was scheduled to play on the 13th of April but has been moved to the 11th of April.
The match is reported to hold in Uyo Township Stadium, Akwa Ibom. The game being rescheduled was announced by the president of NNL.
“Yes, our match against Godswill Akpabio United has been shifted to Friday at the Uyo Township Stadium,” Onyedika told Completesports.
“We’ve received communication from the NNL to that effect, and it’s to give us ample time to prepare for our Federation Cup Round of 16 match against Kwara United in Benin next Wednesday.”
Former Real Madrid director Predrag Mijatovic has suggested that Vinicius Junior is playing with fear since the arrival of Kylian Mbappe at the club. Mijatovic believes that Mbappe’s presence has impacted the Brazilian forward’s performances, particularly in the wake of Madrid’s heavy loss to Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.
Arsenal dominated the second half, scoring three goals, including two stunning free kicks from Declan Rice and a third from Mikel Merino. Meanwhile, Real Madrid’s attack, led by Vinicius, struggled to make an impact.
Mijatovic feels that Vinicius’ uncertainty stems from the pressure of competing with Mbappe for a key role in the team. He told Cadena SER, “Since Mbappe joined, Vinicius seems unsure of himself, especially when trying to prove who is the better player between them. They haven’t delivered as expected.”
Despite making 43 appearances for Madrid this season, with 19 goals and 14 assists, Vinicius was largely ineffective against Arsenal, failing to complete any of his three attempted dribbles. With the second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu approaching, all eyes will be on Vinicius as he looks to bounce back.
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