Lionel Messi has made an immediate impact in MLS, becoming Inter Miami’s top scorer in 2023 after just four games. The Argentine superstar has scored seven goals in those four games, including a hat-trick in a 5-1 win over Club Leon in the Leagues Cup.
Messi’s goalscoring form has been a major boost for Inter Miami, who are currently sitting in seventh place in the Eastern Conference. The club has struggled to score goals in recent seasons, but Messi’s arrival has given them a much-needed boost in attack.
In addition to his goalscoring, Messi has also been creating chances for his teammates. He has provided four assists in his four games for Inter Miami, and his passing and vision have been a major asset for the team.
In the most recent match against FC Dallas, Messi scored a stunning equalizer after getting a free kick a bit outside the defence:
Messi’s performances have been so good that he has already been named to the MLS Team of the Week three times in 2023. He is the only player to have been named to the team three times so far this season.
It is still early in the season, but Messi is showing no signs of slowing down. If he continues to score goals at his current rate, he will be well on his way to breaking the MLS scoring record.
Messi’s Impact on Inter Miami
Messi’s arrival at Inter Miami has had a major impact on the club. The team has gone from being one of the worst teams in MLS to one of the most exciting teams in the league.
Messi’s presence has also helped to attract new fans to Inter Miami. The club’s average attendance has increased by over 50% since Messi joined the team.
Messi’s signing has been a major coup for Inter Miami. The club is now one of the most talked-about teams in MLS, and Messi’s performances have given the team a real chance to compete for the MLS Cup.
What’s Next for Messi and Inter Miami?
Messi is still under contract with Inter Miami until 2025, so he will be with the club for at least the next two seasons. In that time, he will be looking to help the team win its first MLS Cup.
Messi is also likely to break the MLS scoring record during his time with Inter Miami. The current record is held by Chris Wondolowski, who scored 176 goals in his MLS career. Messi is currently on pace to score over 20 goals in his first season with Inter Miami, so he should be able to break the record in the next few years.
Messi’s signing has been a major success for Inter Miami. The club is now one of the most talked-about teams in MLS, and Messi’s performances have given the team a real chance to compete for the MLS Cup. It will be interesting to see what Messi can achieve with Inter Miami in the years to come.