How Lionel Messi’s Jaw-Dropping Double Against DC United Shattered MLS Records Overnight

Messi saves Inter Miami

DC United’s unexpected equalizer put Inter Miami under pressure to find another goal and retake the lead. And in that tense moment, Lionel Messi delivered his magic. The Argentine forward came close with a brilliant solo effort that rattled the post. He finally broke through in the 66th minute, receiving an assist from Jordi Alba and finishing with a clinical shot inside the box to make it 2–1.

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From that point on, the visitors were forced to push higher up the field, which opened up more space for the Herons on the counterattack. Mateo Silvetti had a chance to seal it from the penalty spot but hit the crossbar — and eventually, Messi extended the lead with a stunning long-range strike that left goalkeeper Luis Barraza with no chance. The last action of the match was a late goal by Jacob Murrell.