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Messi scores twice to set Leagues Cup record in Miami victory
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Messi scores twice to set Leagues Cup record in Miami victory

Lionel Messi scored two goals in Inter Miami's 4-2 victory over Atletico San Luis in the Leagues Cup 2026 group stage, setting a new record for most goals in the competition with 14. The match took place at NU Stadium in Miami on August 5, 2026. Messi, who previously helped Inter Miami win the 2023 title, assisted on a goal by Brazilian defender Micael and celebrated after scoring both goals. Despite a late goal from Atletico's Rafa Llorente, Miami secured the win. Other matches on the same day included Dallas defeating Queretaro 2-0 and Leon winning 1-0 against Nashville.

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Vanguard Nigeria logoVanguard NigeriaIndependentCenter16 hr. ago
Messi scores twice to set Leagues Cup record in Miami victory

Lionel Messi scored two goals in Inter Miami's 4-2 victory over Atletico San Luis in the Leagues Cup 2026 group stage, setting a new record for most goals in the competition with 14. The match took place at NU Stadium in Miami on August 5, 2026. Messi, who previously helped Inter Miami win the 2023 title, assisted on a goal by Brazilian defender Micael and celebrated after scoring both goals. Despite a late goal from Atletico's Rafa Llorente, Miami secured the win. Other matches on the same day included Dallas defeating Queretaro 2-0 and Leon winning 1-0 against Nashville.

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