Lionel Messi continues to make history in U.S. soccer. After an outstanding performance in Inter Miami’s win over the New York Red Bulls, the Argentine star was named MLS Player of the Matchday on Sunday, his fifth such award so far in the 2025 season.
A recital in New York
MESSI ➡️ JORDI 🚀 pic.twitter.com/l4AQdtDHLO
– Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 20, 2025
The match played on Saturday, July 19 at the Red Bull Arena in New York was a real spectacle led by the captain of Inter Miami.
Although the Florida team started off down on the scoreboard with a goal by Alexander Hack in the 15th minute, the reaction was immediate and convincing.
Messi delivered a pinpoint pass that allowed Jordi Alba to equalize.
Then, young Venezuelan Telasco Segovia shone with a brace to make it 1-3 before halftime.
In the second half, Messi widened the gap with two more goals, completing a performance of the highest level that ensured him recognition as the most outstanding player of the day.
Impressive numbers in MLS 2025
Messi’s season in Major League Soccer has been of historic proportions.
In 18 games played in the current campaign, he has scored 18 goals, averaging one goal per game.
Even more remarkable is that 12 of those goals have come in their last 7 games, including six braces.
Thanks to this performance, the Argentine currently shares the MLS scoring lead with British striker Sam Surridge of Nashville SC, who also has 18 goals for the season.
Inter Miami, in the race for the East
With this victory, Inter Miami reached 41 points and is in fifth place in the Eastern Conference, although with three games behind leaders FC Cincinnati, which has 48 points.
This difference in games played could be key in the next few rounds, as Gerardo “Tata” Martino’s team still has room to climb up the standings.
The next challenge for Messi and company will be precisely against Cincinnati, in a match that promises to be crucial in the fight for the conference lead.
This will be one of the most anticipated matches after theMLS All-Star break, and a large audience is expected, both in the stadiums and on television and streaming platforms.
Beyond sports, Messi’s influence has been instrumental in the growth of soccer among Latino communities in the United States.
His presence has raised the visibility of MLS, boosted attendance records and connected with a Hispanic audience that sees in him not only a soccer idol, but also a cultural reference.
In 18 matches played in the current campaign, Messi has scored 18 goals, averaging one goal per game
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