Lionel Messi Leads Inter Miami to Leagues Cup Victory in Dramatic Shootout

Lionel Messi shines again, expanding his remarkable collection of trophies by leading Inter Miami to victory in the Leagues Cup against Nashville SC in a spectacular shootout.

The inaugural Leagues Cup trophy was claimed by Lionel Messi and his team, Inter Miami, who secured a penalty shootout win, fueled by the brilliance of the Argentine’s earlier goal.

• Messi and Inter Miami secure Leagues Cup win

• Messi boasts 19 victories in 24 Club Cup Finals

• Inter Miami claim its inaugural club silverware

In an electrifying match filled with momentum shifts, Inter Miami emerged as the victors of the first-ever Leagues Cup. 

The spotlight was firmly on Lionel Messi as he orchestrated a sensational 11-round penalty shootout, ultimately overcoming Nashville SC.

Displaying his iconic flair, Messi was the driving force behind the Herons’ success. 

He not only netted the solitary goal during regulation time, levelling the score at 1-1, but also initiated the penalty series with his spot-kick prowess.

Before Messi’s arrival in the Summer transfer window, Inter Miami held the unenviable title of being the weakest team in the MLS, languishing at the bottom of the Supporter’s Shield standings.

Since the arrival of the Argentine superstar, David Beckham’s club has undergone a remarkable transformation, achieving a stunning streak of seven consecutive victories. 

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Messi, at 36 years old, showcased his scoring prowess with an impressive 10 goals during this run, consequently earning the coveted Golden Boot accolade.

Throughout his illustrious club career, Lionel Messi has showcased his excellence in 24 Cup finals, emerging victorious in 19 of them—a testament to his unparalleled impact on the field.

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In a departure from the norm, the Herons won’t be returning to regular season MLS action alongside other teams in the league.

Instead, Messi’s squad will continue their journey in Cup football. 

Their next challenge lies in a semifinal showdown against Cincinnati in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, maintaining their pursuit of further silverware.