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Lionel Messi scores twice to lead Inter Miami to 3-1 win over Atlanta United

Lionel Messi scored two goals and provided one assist to lead Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The win marks Inter Miami's third consecutive victory under head coach Cristian “Kily” González, securing their position in second place in the Eastern Conference.

Germán Berterame opened the scoring for Miami in the 45th minute with a header following a cross from Luis Suárez. Messi then dominated the second half, scoring twice within four minutes—in the 56th and 60th minutes—to extend the lead. With these goals, Messi reached 25 goals for the MLS season and brought his career total to 936 goals.

Messi also set a new league milestone by becoming the first player in MLS history to record at least 15 assists in three consecutive seasons. Atlanta United managed a late consolation goal through a Fafà Picault penalty in the 89th minute. Additionally, Luis Suárez reached a milestone of 100 goal contributions for Inter Miami.

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Atlanta United · Atlanta United FC · German Berterame · Inter Miami · Inter Miami CF · Lionel Messi · Luis Suárez · Major League Soccer · Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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