NEWS · 18 Oct 2026
Messi Nets Two in Miami’s 3-1 Victory Over Atlanta
Lionel Messi delivered a double with two solo strikes in the second half, pushing his MLS tally to 25. Inter Miami defeated Atlanta United 3-1 on Saturday, cementing Messi’s place at the top of the scoring charts.
On Saturday, Lionel Messi lit up the Inter Miami home stadium with two second‑half solo goals, helping the club secure a 3-1 win over hosts Atlanta United.
Both strikes came from Messi’s trademark blend of dribbling and precision, leaving defenders helpless and the crowd roaring.
With the victory, Messi’s season total climbs to 25 goals, keeping him firmly at the top of the MLS scoring leaderboard.
The win also gives Inter Miami momentum heading into the rest of the regular season, as they look to build on the strong start.
Atlanta United will regroup after the loss, while Messi and his teammates will focus on maintaining their offensive firepower in upcoming fixtures.