Lionel Messi Shines in Inter Miami’s Victory Over LA Galaxy
Lionel Messi reminded the world of his enduring brilliance as he inspired Inter Miami to a 3–1 triumph over LA Galaxy with a goal and a breathtaking assist on his return from injury.
The Argentine superstar had been sidelined for three matches after picking up a hamstring strain in the Leagues Cup, but he showed no signs of rust when he stepped onto the pitch. Entering as a second-half substitute, Messi wasted little time in leaving his mark.
With Miami already ahead thanks to Jordi Alba’s opener, the momentum seemed to be slipping away when Galaxy equalized. But in the final minutes, Messi took control. Being a master in the game, in the 84th minute, he surged past two defenders with his trademark close control and buried a clinical finish into the net, restoring Miami’s lead. Which brought joy into the mind of Milan fans.
Just minutes later, Messi produced the highlight of the night: a cheeky no-look backheel assist to his former Barcelona teammate, Luis Suárez, who calmly slotted home Miami’s third. The move sparked wild celebrations among fans inside the stadium and lit up social media, with many calling it a reminder of “peak Barcelona chemistry.”
The victory not only put Inter Miami back on track after a disappointing defeat in their last outing, but it also cemented Messi’s position at the top of the MLS scoring charts with 19 goals this season. His partnership with Suárez and Alba continues to be the heartbeat of Miami’s attack, evoking nostalgia for their golden days at Camp Nou.
Head coach Javier Mascherano praised Messi’s impact but stressed the importance of managing his minutes carefully to avoid aggravating his recent muscle injury. With crucial fixtures looming, including the Leagues Cup quarterfinals, Miami will rely heavily on their captain’s brilliance.
At 38, Messi continues to defy time, turning matches on their head with moments of genius. For Miami fans, his return could not have come at a better moment and for football lovers everywhere, it was yet another reminder that Messi’s magic is far from over.
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