US Main League Soccer
New York Metropolis 0 – 4 Inter Miami FT
Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 [Getty Images]
Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami thrashed New York Metropolis FC 4-0 to succeed in the Main League Soccer play-offs.
Baltasar Rodriguez opened the scoring for the guests simply earlier than half-time, and Argentina captain Messi, 38, doubled his aspect’s benefit within the 74th minute.
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Former Liverpool and Barcelona striker Luis Suarez netted a penalty earlier than Messi scored his twenty fourth objective in 23 matches to seal the victory.
“We’re glad as a result of now we’re formally certified for the play-offs. That was crucial for us. Now we’ve got to proceed transferring ahead,” mentioned head coach Javier Mascherano.
Messi’s double took his targets haul to 5 in 9 days. He has scored two or extra targets in eight of the previous 12 Inter Miami matches.
Miami, who sit third within the Japanese Convention, are 5 factors behind leaders Philadelphia Union with two video games in hand.
The staff with one of the best common season file win the MLS Supporters’ Protect, whereas the winner of the play-offs wins the MLS Cup.