Lionel Messi etched his name further into Major League Soccer history on Thursday night, becoming the first player in league history to score multiple goals in four consecutive regular-season matches, MySportDab Reports.
The Argentine’s brace powered Inter Miami to a 2–1 win over the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium, as the Herons continued their resurgence in the Eastern Conference.
Messi opened the scoring in the 27th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error from Tanner Beason, whose misplaced header landed perfectly at the feet of the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner.
The Inter Miami forward made no mistake, smashing the ball past the helpless goalkeeper.
Just nine minutes later, Sergio Busquets threaded a sublime through ball into the path of Messi, who finished first-time with his left foot to double the visitors’ lead.
The goals marked Messi’s 51st and 52nd strikes in an Inter Miami shirt and extended his scoring streak to seven goals in his last nine MLS appearances.
The victory marked a turning point for Javier Mascherano’s side, who have now picked up 13 points from their last five league matches.
Despite their early exit from the FIFA Club World Cup at the hands of PSG, Inter Miami made history by becoming the first MLS team to reach the knockout stage and the first Concacaf club to defeat a European side in the competition.
With three games in hand and sitting just seven points behind Eastern Conference leaders FC Cincinnati, Inter Miami are firmly back in the hunt for silverware.
As they aim to defend their Supporters’ Shield and target their maiden MLS Cup title, Messi’s form will be pivotal.
The Argentine’s latest milestone only strengthens his growing legacy in North America as he continues to dazzle fans with world-class performances.
