Messi's magic leads Inter Miami: Another perfect 10 rating

Inter Miami keeps up their outstanding journey in MLS 2025 with a commanding 4-0 win over New York City, complemented by Messi’s perfect 10 display.

Inter Miami is enjoying a golden period thanks to Lionel Messi’s magic. At Citi Field, the Argentine superstar once again became the focal point by scoring twice and assisting once, helping coach Javier Mascherano’s team to overcome New York City 4-0 and officially secure their spot in the 2025 MLS playoffs.

At 38 years old, Messi is not just a spiritual leader; he still directly influences the outcome of matches with his unique skills. His two goals against New York City clearly demonstrate this: a skillful chip that electrified the crowd and a cold, precise finish showcasing his masterful class. Earlier, he also initiated the turning point by delivering a delicate pass to Baltasar Rodriguez to open the scoring, giving Miami complete control.

With a brace and an assist in his second consecutive match, Messi set a remarkable record: he became the player with the most games featuring both goals and assists in the same MLS match, totaling 17 times. This achievement surpasses Carlos Vela’s previous record of 16 games and matches the milestone set by former star Preki with 17 games.

What stands out is Messi’s extraordinary consistency. In just the last three matches, he has netted five goals, provided three assists, been named Man of the Match repeatedly, and earned two perfect 10 ratings. These numbers not only highlight his explosive form but also confirm that Messi continues to hold an unrivaled status despite his age.

Messi’s arrival transformed Inter Miami from a promising squad into a genuine title contender in MLS. He brings football that is both emotionally rich and effective, inspiring teammates like Busquets, De Paul, and Suarez to flourish together. With Messi, Inter Miami doesn’t just have a player; they have a symbol, someone capable of changing the course of the entire season.

The 4-0 victory over New York City only further emphasizes Messi’s crucial role. He no longer needs to prove his talent but continues to amaze fans by maintaining top-level performance at an age when many players have retired. Messi’s magic feet have become Inter Miami’s greatest source of inspiration as they aim to soar higher, go further, and even dream of winning the prestigious MLS championship.

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