Lionel Messi scored four goals to lead Inter Miami to a record 7-1 win over CF Montréal. It was the most goals Miami has scored in a single game. The victory ended the team’s winless run in style. The performance proved Messi is still brilliant at 39.
Messi opened his account with a deflected free kick in the 40th minute. He added a second after a stunning solo run in the 52nd minute. He then provided an assist for Luis Suárez before completing his hat trick with a delicate chip over the goalkeeper in the 83rd minute. He lined up another free kick and dispatched it with trademark precision into the side of the net. It was his eighth career game with four or more goals. His last four-goal match was for Barcelona in February 2020.
Messi is now the fastest player in MLS history to reach 20 multi-goal games in the regular season. He has done so in just 72 appearances. He also leads the league in scoring this season with 18 goals in 19 games. He is two ahead of FC Dallas’s Petar Musa.
Inter Miami’s interim coach Guillermo Hoyos was suspended for the match and watched from the stands. The club named Cristian “Kily” Gonzalez as his permanent successor, but he is still waiting for his work permits. Assistant coach Rafael Pérez led the team on the day.
Brazil international Casemiro opened the scoring with his first goal for Miami since his summer arrival. Eighteen-year-old Alexander Shaw also scored in the 89th minute. The victory was Miami’s first in MLS play since July 25. It ended a run of five games without a win in all competitions.
Miami midfielder Casemiro said the team has to enjoy these moments. He called Messi the best and said they are so much stronger with him. Hoyos said there are no words to describe such footballing beauty. He said Messi is constantly looking for that goal, that play, that pass.
The victory keeps Miami second in the Eastern Conference standings. They are 10 points behind leaders Nashville SC. Montreal remains 14th in the conference. The win was a huge boost for the team. They will hope to build on this performance and push for the top spot. For now, they can enjoy a historic night.
Inter Miami Break Club Record in Seven-Goal Rout of Montréal
Inter Miami ended their five-game winless run in spectacular fashion. They dismantled CF Montréal 7-1 at home. The star of the night was Lionel Messi. He scored four goals and provided an assist. It was the most goals Miami has ever scored in a single match.
The team came into the game after a chaotic week. Interim coach Guillermo Hoyos was suspended and later replaced. The club also received a fine. But once the match started, all the off-field drama was forgotten. Miami dominated from the opening whistle. They controlled possession and kept Montréal pinned in their own half.
The pressure paid off in the 20th minute. Casemiro scored his first MLS goal for Miami with a header from a corner. Montréal equalized with their first real chance of the game. But the deadlock lasted less than a minute. Miami won a free kick near the box, and Messi stepped up. His shot took a deflection and went in to restore the lead.
Messi added a second goal early in the second half. He weaved through defenders and fired a right-footed shot past the goalkeeper. The stadium erupted. The team was in control. Montréal brought on Alexis Sánchez in the 60th minute, but they could not change the momentum.
Messi then turned provider. He played a perfectly weighted pass to Luis Suárez, who finished calmly to make it 4-1. Messi completed his hat trick soon after with a delicate chip over the goalkeeper. Eighteen-year-old Alexander Shaw also scored his first goal for the club. In stoppage time, Messi buried another free kick to complete his four-goal performance.
The victory was a huge response after a difficult period. It was Miami’s first win in MLS play since July 25. The team now has momentum and confidence. Messi leads the MLS scoring charts with 18 goals in 19 games. He is also the fastest player in league history to reach 20 multi-goal games. Inter Miami will hope this result sparks a strong finish to the season. They are second in the Eastern Conference standings. They are 10 points behind leaders Nashville SC. They will face Atlanta United next.
FAQs
Q. How many goals did Lionel Messi score?
A. Messi scored four goals in the 7-1 win.
Q. What record did Inter Miami set against Montréal?
A. They scored the most goals in a single match.
Q. How many goals has Messi scored in MLS this season?
A. Messi has scored 18 goals in 19 MLS games.
Q. Where does Inter Miami sit in the Eastern Conference?
A. Inter Miami currently sits second in the Eastern Conference.
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