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Messi's brace lifts Inter Miami past Atlanta United
October 18, 2026 at 07:55 AM
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3 reports · 2 in Arabic, 1 in English · over 6 hours
Lionel Messi scored twice to lift his MLS-leading tally to 25 goals as Inter Miami defeated Atlanta United 3-1 away on Saturday.
- Germán Berterame put Inter Miami ahead in the 45th minute before Messi scored two goals in four minutes.
- Messi's brace gave him a six-goal lead in the MLS Golden Boot race with his season tally of 25.
- Messi registered a joint-best 15 assists, becoming the first player in MLS history to do so in three consecutive seasons.
- Fafà Picault scored a late consolation penalty for Atlanta United.


