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Messi has 2 goals and assist as Inter Miami rallies for win over Cincinnati

Lionel Messi had two goals and an assist, German Berterame had the go-ahead goal in Inter Miami's victory over Cincinnati on Wednesday, extending its road winning streak to seven.

Inter Miami CF's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his team's first goal Wednesday vs. FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati. (Photo by Jeff Dean/Getty Images)

Inter Miami CF midfielder Lionel Messi (10) celebrates his goal during second half MLS soccer against Toronto FC, in Toronto on Saturday, May 9, 2026.(Frank Gunn /The Canadian Press via AP)

Messi doubles MLS base salary, his $28 million total compensation more than twice any other player

Toronto FC goalkeeper Luka Gavran (1) collides with Inter Miami CF forward German Berterame (19) as Toronto’s Walker Zimmerman (25) looks on during first half MLS soccer in Toronto on Saturday, May 9, 2026. (Frank Gunn /The Canadian Press via AP)

Messi has three goal contributions to become fastest to 100 as Inter Miami top Toronto

South Florida soccer fans traveling from Fort Lauderdale and surrounding communities have a convenient option for attending Inter Miami CF matches at Nu Stadium: Tri-Rail. The commuter rail line connects Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, dropping fans near the entrance the soccer stadium, with a weekend day pass costing $5. (Scott Luxor/Contributor)

Heading to Nu Stadium? Many Inter Miami soccer fans are opting for $5 train rides

By Megan Vaz

May 4, 2026 at 2:47 p.m.

South Florida soccer fans have found an easy way to catch Inter Miami's games at...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) battles for the ball in the first half during an MLS soccer match against the Orlando City, Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Chris Arjoon)

Inter Miami, leading 3-0, allow Ojeda hat trick and then goal in injury time to lose to Orlando

By Associated Press

May 3, 2026 at 1:25 a.m.

Lionel Messi had a goal and two assists in his 100th appearance for Inter Miami

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi attempts a free kick in the second half of an MLS soccer match against the New York Red Bulls, Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)

Messi and Inter Miami settle for another home tie, drawing with New England

By Associated Press

April 25, 2026 at 10:37 p.m.

Inter Miami had outscored New England 16-5 in their previous four matches.

Inter Miami midfielder Lionel Messi, left, dribbles around Real Salt Lake defender Juan Manuel Sanabria, center rear, during an MLS soccer match, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Sandy, Utah. (AP Photo/Tyler Tate)

Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suárez score less than 2 minutes apart as Inter Miami win in Utah

By Associated Press

April 23, 2026 at 9:09 a.m.

It was the fastest two goals in Inter Miami history at one minute and 54...

Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF runs with the ball against Joshua Atencio #12 of Colorado Rapids during the MLS match between Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami CF at Empower Field At Mile High on April 18, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Andrew Wevers/Getty Images)

Messi’s spectacular second goal pushes Inter Miami past Rapids in Colorado in Hoyos’ debut

By Associated Press

April 18, 2026 at 7:53 p.m.

Inter Miami entered a new era with a 3-2 victory on Saturday as interim coach...

Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his side’s second goal against Zambia during a friendly soccer match in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello)

‘A new chapter in the club’s history’: Messi purchases a soccer team in Barcelona

By Associated Press

April 20, 2026 at 11:07 a.m.

The club was founded in 1951 and has helped produce players such as Arsenal goalkeeper...

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano gestures during the second half of a CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 soccer match against Nashville, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Javier Mascherano is out as Inter Miami’s coach, only 4 months after leading team to MLS Cup title

By Associated Press

April 14, 2026 at 3:14 p.m.

Javier Mascherano is out as Inter Miami’s coach, a stunning move that comes only four...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi attacks with the ball in the first half during an MLS soccer match against the New York Red Bulls, Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami get 2-2 tie with Red Bulls, after 17-year-old Mehmeti scores late

By Associated Press

April 11, 2026 at 10:31 p.m.

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami get 2-2 tie with Red Bulls, after 17-year-old Mehmeti scores...

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) battles for possession against Austin FC during the inaugural game at Inter Miami Nu Stadium on Saturday, April 4, 2026. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Dave Hyde: Grand stadium opening, Messi scores — everything but a win for Inter Miami | Photos

By Dave Hyde

April 4, 2026 at 11:54 p.m.

“We had no name,’’ Beckham said to before Saturday’s game. “We had no fans. We...

Inter Miami CF celebrates the inaugural game at Inter Miami Nu Stadium against Austin FC on Saturday, April 4, 2026. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Inter Miami debut at Nu Stadium vs. Austin FC | PHOTOS

By Mike Stocker

April 5, 2026 at 10:47 a.m.

View photos of Inter Miami CF’s historic first match at Nu Stadium in Miami Freedom...

Inter Miami CF defender Maximiliano Falcón (37) reacts after missing a scoring opportunity during the inaugural game at Inter Miami Nu Stadium against Austin FC on Saturday, April 4, 2026. (Mike Stocker/South Florida Sun Sentinel)

Messi scores, but Inter Miami only get tie with Austin FC in opener of new stadium | Photos

By Associated Press

April 4, 2026 at 11:23 p.m.

Inter Miami missed some chances for a potential winner in the final minutes, including Mateo...

Inter Miami's Micael celebrates after scoring the team's third goal during an MLS match vs. New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Sunday in New York. (Photo by Jordan Bank/Getty Images)

Lionel Messi, Micael dos Santos spark Inter Miami to come-from-behind win over NYCFC

By Associated Press

March 22, 2026 at 3:58 p.m.

Messi scored the equalizer off a free kick in the second half before helping to...

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi gestures after scoring his 900th goal during a CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 match vs. Nashville on Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Nashville ties Inter Miami, ousts Messi’s club from CONCACAF Champions Cup

By Associated Press

March 18, 2026 at 9:51 p.m.

Inter Miami's Messi got the 900th goal of his career, but Cristian Espinoza scored in the...

Charlotte FC goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina (1) makes a save during the first half against the Inter Miami during an MLS soccer match in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, March 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Brian Westerholt)

Messi-less Inter Miami shut down by Kahlina, Charlotte in scoreless game

By Miami Herald

March 15, 2026 at 6:45 p.m.

The 34,780 in attendance expected to watch Lionel Messi chase goal No. 900. Instead, the...

Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF controls the ball during the CONCACAF Champions Cup 2026 vs. Nashville SCat GEODIS Park on Wednesday in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Chris Carter/Getty Images)

Messi held pointless, Inter Miami and Nashville play to scoreless draw

By Associated Press

March 11, 2026 at 10:16 p.m.

Lionel Messi was held scoreless as Inter Miami and Nashville SC played to a scoreless...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates after his goal against D.C. United with midfielder Rodrigo de Paul (7) during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Messi lifts Inter Miami past D.C. United 2-1 before 72,026 in Baltimore

By Associated Press

March 7, 2026 at 7:14 p.m.

Lionel Messi scored his third goal of the young MLS season, slipping behind the D.C....

Lionel Messi arrives with President Donald Trump at an event to honor the 2025 Major League Soccer champions Inter Miami CF in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, March 5, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Messi has long steered clear of politics. Does his visit to Trump’s White House mark a change?

By Associated Press

March 9, 2026 at 12:21 p.m.

In Argentina, the visit caused surprise and even dismay, particularly among those who appreciated the...

Lionel Messi, right, and Inter Miami CF owner Jorge Mas Santos arrive with President Donald Trump at an event to honor the 2025 Major League Soccer champions Inter Miami CF in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, March 5, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami feted by President Donald Trump at the White House for MLS Cup title

By Associated Press

March 6, 2026 at 12:24 p.m.

Messi, who entered the ceremony alongside Trump, joined Inter Miami in 2023. He did not...

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi, center, is lifted up by his team after making a penalty against Orlando City SC during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Kevin Kolczynski)

Inter Miami signs multiyear naming-rights deal with Nu for new stadium

By Associated Press

March 9, 2026 at 12:22 p.m.

Nu Stadium, a 26,700-seat facility that remains under construction, is scheduled to play host to...

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi takes practice kicks before an MLS soccer match against Orlando City SC, Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Kevin Kolczynski)

Inter Miami, behind spectacular Messi, rally from down 2-0 to topple Orlando City

By Associated Press

March 2, 2026 at 8:55 a.m.

Inter Miami, which had never won in its previous nine trips to Orlando, was coming...

A fan who got onto the field grabs Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi at the end of an international friendly soccer match against Ecuador’s Independiente del Valle in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Alejandro Granadillo)

Messi knocked down when fans storm the pitch during Inter Miami friendly in Puerto Rico

By Associated Press

February 27, 2026 at 2:57 p.m.

Inter Miami was playing Ecuador’s Independiente del Valle in Bayamón last week when a fan...

More than 75,000 fans attended the match between LAFC and Inter Miami at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Feb. 21, 2026, in Los Angeles. (Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Why record crowd at LAFC-Inter Miami match was about more than Lionel Messi | Commentary

By Tribune News Service

March 2, 2026 at 2:12 p.m.

That night, the crowd didn’t come to see Messi or his team, Inter Miami, the...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, right, passes against Los Angeles FC midfielder Mark Delgado (8) dribbles the ball during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, in Los Angeles, Calif. (AP Photo/Jessie Alcheh)

Messi, MLS champs Inter Miami get trounced 3-0 by LAFC in season opener

By Associated Press

February 22, 2026 at 1:16 a.m.

The matchup drew 75,673 fans — the second-largest crowd in MLS history — to the...

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi acknowledges fans before the start of an international friendly soccer match against Colombia's Atletico Nacional in Medellin, Colombia, on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

Another title for Miami and a 3-peat for Messi? Not everyone’s so sure

By The New York Times

February 23, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

A new Major League Soccer season means a clean slate and an array of possibilities,...

FILE – Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi hoists the trophy alongside teammates after defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS Cup final soccer match, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP, File)

Major League Soccer opens the season with eyes on the World Cup and a schedule shift in 2027

By Associated Press

February 20, 2026 at 2:59 p.m.

Major League Soccer opens its 31st season this weekend, kicking off one of the most...

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi stands on the pitch during an international friendly soccer match against Colombia’s Atletico Nacional in Medellin, Colombia, Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

Messi strains hamstring, perhaps affecting availability for Inter Miami opener

By Associated Press

February 11, 2026 at 5:28 p.m.

Messi, MLS’ back-to-back reigning MVP, scored a goal in a preseason game in Ecuador last...

Former soccer player David Beckham leaves after a podcast during of the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)

Salford, the club with Beckham and Neville as owners, advances to FA Cup meeting with Man City

By Associated Press

January 26, 2026 at 11:48 a.m.

Luke Garbutt curled in a 68th-minute free kick for the winner, for the fourth-tier club...

Argentinia’s soccer star Lionel Messi waves to fans during his India tour in New Delhi, India, Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. (AP Photo)

What’s next for Messi after retirement? ‘I don’t see myself as a coach’

By Associated Press

January 12, 2026 at 12:37 p.m.

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, 38, spoke with the Luzu TV streaming channel in an interview...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with forward Luis Suárez (9) after beating FC Cincinnati during the MLS soccer’s Eastern Conference semifinal Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)

Luis Suárez to play another season with Inter Miami alongside Lionel Messi

By Associated Press

December 17, 2025 at 4:48 p.m.

Inter Miami has seen a bit of roster shuffling since the end of the season,...

Indian fans vandalize stadium chairs as they run on to the field after failing to get a glimpse of Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi at the Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata, India, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Bikas Das)

Messi’s tour of India gets off to chaotic start as angry fans storm field

By Associated Press

December 15, 2025 at 11:45 a.m.

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee apologized to the Inter Miami star for the “mismanagement”...

Inter Miami defender Ian Fray (17) gestures during the second half of the MLS Cup final soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Inter Miami extends defender Ian Fray’s contract through 2028-29 season

By Associated Press

December 15, 2025 at 12:26 p.m.

The team continues talking to longtime Lionel Messi teammate Luis Suárez about a new deal...

Inter Miami CF U-16 captain Nash Dearmin, left, presents Lionel Messi of Inter Miami with the 2025 Landon Donovan MLS MVP trophy at Chase Stadium on Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Inter Miami’s Messi is MLS’ first back-to-back MVP winner

By Tim Reynolds

December 15, 2025 at 11:51 a.m.

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi is the unquestioned force in Major League Soccer right now, on...

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi lifts the MLS Cup trophy after beating the Vancouver Whitecaps at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Messi, Inter Miami’s MLS Cup title ends one era, ushers in a more ambitious future

By The New York Times

December 8, 2025 at 11:30 a.m.

Inter Miami has successfully closed the door on the first chapter of its Messi era....

Lionel Messi of Inter Miami celebrates winning the MLS Cup Saturday at Chase Stadium . (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)

Hyde: Messi’s career didn’t need this title — but he showed how much it meant to him

By Dave Hyde

December 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

Inter Miami beats Vancouver as Messi wins the title to seal his grand MLS adventure...

Inter Miami midfielder Rodrigo de Paul (7) celebrates a goal with forward Lionel Messi (10) and defender Jordi Alba (18) during the second half of the MLS Cup final soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi’s two late-game assists carry Inter Miami to MLS Cup championship

By Associated Press

December 6, 2025 at 6:36 p.m.

Inter Miami survived a Vancouver blast that hit both goalposts.

Vancouver Whitecaps head coach Jesper Sorensen walks past the MLS cup trophy as he leaves after a news conference Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., ahead of Saturday’s of the MLS Cup soccer match against Inter Miami. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via

The Whitecaps have had success against Miami, so they’re hoping the MLS Cup is no different

By Associated Press

December 5, 2025 at 2:34 p.m.

Vancouver has already bested Inter Miami in a big competition this year, so the Whitecaps...

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi works out during a training session, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., ahead of Saturday’s of the MLS Cup soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

Lionel Messi plays for another trophy in Inter Miami’s last game in Fort Lauderdale

By Tim Reynolds

December 5, 2025 at 11:35 a.m.

For Lionel Messi, the MLS Cup final on Saturday will represent some endings. And, quite...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) holds the trophy as Inter Miami players celebrate winning an MLS Eastern Conference final soccer match against New York City FC, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Thomas Müller and Lionel Messi set for showdown in MLS Cup final between Vancouver and Inter Miami

By Tim Reynolds

December 1, 2025 at 1:50 p.m.

Like Lionel Messi, Thomas Müller came to MLS seeking a title to add to the...

Tadeo Allende (21) of Inter Miami CF celebrates with teammates Lionel Messi (10) and Mateo Silvetti (24) after scoring his team's second goal during the Audi 2025 MLS Cup western conference final match between Inter Miami CF and New York City FC at Chase Stadium on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale. (Rich Storry/Getty Images)

Dave Hyde: Messi a step from MLS title after Inter Miami breezes in East final

By Dave Hyde

November 30, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.

Does Messi need to win a title to confirm his MLS adventure? Not at all....

Inter Miami forward Tadeo Allende celebrates after scoring the second goal against New York City FC during the first half of an MLS Eastern Conference final soccer match, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Tadeo Allende, the man helping Messi lead Inter Miami’s attack into the MLS Cup Final

By Associated Press

December 1, 2025 at 10:47 a.m.

Tadeo Allende is a 26-year-old Argentine player only at Inter Miami for one year on...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) gets beat out for a header by New York City FC defender Raul Gustavo during the first half of Inte Miami's 5-1 win in the Eastern Conference final. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Allende hat trick carries Inter Miami to MLS Cup final with 5-1 win over NYCFC

By Associated Press

November 29, 2025 at 9:14 p.m.

Inter Miami — the No. 3 seed in the East — will play host to...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) scores as FC Cincinnati goalkeeper Roman Celentano, third from left, tries to defend during the first half of MLS soccer’s Eastern Conference semifinal Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)

Messi’s goal, 3 assists power Inter Miami past FC Cincinnati 4-0, into 1st Eastern Conference final

By Associated Press

November 23, 2025 at 11:12 p.m.

Lionel Messi had a goal and three assists and Tadeo Allende scored twice.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, left, celebrates with forward Mateo Silvetti, right, after scoring during the first half of Game 3 in the first round of MLS soccer’s Western Conference playoffs against Nashville SC in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Nov. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami’s first MLS regular-season match announced for new stadium

By Associated Press

November 20, 2025 at 5:27 p.m.

Inter Miami will open the season with five consecutive road matches, which presumably will allow...

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