In the MLS game against Toronto FC, Lionel Messi scored the quealizing goal for Inter Miami after a furious volley.
Inter Miami was set to face Toronto FC on Matchday 7 of the 2025 MLS season, looking to bounce back after suffering their first loss of the year earlier in the week. Just before halftime, team captain Lionel Messi delivered a moment of brilliance with a spectacular volley to level the score.
There had been uncertainty surrounding Messi’s availability for the game, given his recent injury concerns and just three days of rest since the previous match. But against the odds, the Argentine star was named to the starting lineup—and once again, he didn’t disappoint.
In the 45+5 minute, Messi took control of a pass from Telasco Segovia, calmly brought the ball down, and unleashed a powerful strike into the bottom left corner past goalkeeper Sean Johnson. After having a goal disallowed in the 41st minute, the Argentine celebrated with visible relief.
Despite nearing his 38th birthday, Messi continues to dazzle as both a playmaker and Inter Miami’s top scorer this season. His goal against Toronto marked his sixth in eight appearances across all competitions in 2025.
A volley for the record books in MLS
Messi’s arrival in Major League Soccer has already transformed the league’s global profile, and his growing legacy continues to break new ground. Sunday’s goal set a milestone previously held by another Argentine striker.
The volley against Toronto officially made Messi the player with the most goal contributions in Inter Miami’s MLS history. The former Barcelona legend has tallied 24 goals and 14 assists (44 G+A) in just 29 MLS appearances. That surpasses Gonzalo Higuain, who recorded 28 goals and 15 assists in 67 matches for the club.
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