Messi breaks Leagues Cup scoring record with brace in Miami victory

Lionel Messi continued his remarkable impact at Inter Miami, scoring twice in Wednesday's 4-2 victory against Atletico San Luis. This performance not only secured a win in the opening group match of the 2026 Leagues Cup but also saw the Argentine superstar set a new competition record for goals scored.

With his two goals against San Luis, Messi has now amassed a record 14 goals in the Leagues Cup, a tournament that features clubs from Major League Soccer (MLS) and Mexico's Liga MX. This achievement builds on his success in 2023, when he led Miami to the championship in his initial weeks with the club.

Despite falling behind early in the fourth minute to a David Rodriguez goal, Messi quickly equalized seven minutes later. Telasco Segovia then put Miami ahead in the 26th minute, and Messi struck again just before halftime. Micael added a fourth goal for Miami in first-half stoppage time, with Rafa Llorente scoring a late consolation for San Luis.

Other results from Wednesday's Leagues Cup matches included Dallas defeating Queretaro 2-0 and Leon securing a 1-0 away win against Nashville.

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Messi, who helped Miami win the 2023 crown in his first weeks with the Florida club, took his tally in the competition for Major League Soccer and Mexican Liga MX sides to a record 14 goals.