Lionel Messi maintains high performance levels at Inter Miami

Lionel Messi is currently experiencing a highly productive period in his career, recording goal contributions in 14 consecutive appearances for both Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. During this streak, which began in August 2026, the 39-year-old has registered 26 goal involvements, consisting of 16 goals and 10 assists.

In Major League Soccer, Messi has become the first player in league history to record 15 or more assists in three consecutive seasons. His recent form includes 12 MLS regular season games and a Campeones Cup victory against Cruz Azul.

Beyond his athletic performance, Messi has also showcased an interest in chess. He recently promoted GOAT Horns, an intelligent interface associated with ChatGPT designed to provide step-by-step chess recommendations and strategic explanations to players.