Leo Messi shines at 37: stunning goal guides Inter Miami to victory over Atlanta

Lionel Messi has accustomed football fans to see this sport represented in him. His quality, even at 37 years old, remains just as relevant, demonstrating why he is considered the greatest of all time by many, even though he is at Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS), far from the elite of European football.

The latest demonstration from the Argentine '10' came against Atlanta United (1-2) during the fourth matchday of the MLS. The Rosario native once again scored a genuine stunner that brought many to their feet at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of 'The Five Stripes'.

For Leo Messi, nothing is difficult

The Inter Miami team featuring Messi, Luis Suárez, and company, started by conceding a headed goal in the 11th minute from Emmanuel Latte Lath after receiving a cross from Brooks Lennon. This activated the '10', who did not hesitate to begin his displays of 'chosen one' and at the 20th minute, he created a work of art after stealing the ball from Bartosz Slisz, but not only that, the legend of FC Barcelona carried the ball into the area and left Derrick William on the ground to finally chip the goalkeeper Brad Guzan as he rushed out, making it 1-1.

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— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) March 16, 2025

The team coached by Javier Mascherano had more chances, just like Atlanta United, but Fafá Picault decided in the 89th minute that there would be no equalizer on the scoreboard and made a spectacular header to put it 1-2, securing victory for the team of Leo Messi, Luis Suárez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets. With this victory, Inter Miami sits atop the Eastern Conference of the MLS with 10 points.

Leo Messi continues to establish himself as the king of Miami

Lionel Messi arrived in Miami in July 2023. Since then, he has conquered the Leagues Cup (the first title in the team's history) and the Supporters' Shield, becoming the most decorated player in football with 46 awards.

<'La Pulga'> is also the all-time top scorer for Inter Miami. Currently, he has 38 goals in 44 matches played since his arrival. Additionally, Leo is also the top assister in the young history of the team presided over by David Beckham, with a total of 20 assists.

Here’s how his goals are divided in Inter Miami (by competition):

• MLS: 23
• Leagues Cup: 10
• Concachampions: 5
• Total: 38

Here’s how his assists are divided in Inter Miami (by competition):

• MLS: 15
• Leagues Cup: 1
• Concachampions: 2
• US Open Cup: 2
• Total: 20