Lionel Messi Inspires Inter Miami to Historic MLS Cup Victory

Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to their first-ever MLS Cup title, providing two assists and creating another goal in a 3–1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps.

“This is the moment that I've been waiting for, and that we as a team have been waiting for.”

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– Venue: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale – Result: Inter Miami 3–1 Vancouver Whitecaps – Messi’s role: 2 assists, key involvement in 3rd goal

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Atmosphere: Celebrations erupted before a rapturous home crowd

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– Inter Miami’s first MLS championship – Messi adds another trophy to his legendary career – Cements his transformative impact on the club and MLS

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– A landmark moment for Inter Miami and MLS – Messi continues to deliver on the biggest stages

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– Foundation set for future success

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