Lionel Messi
MIA
RW (CF)
Wide Forward
Jun 24, 1987 (39)
Left
5'7"
148 lb
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2026 Major League Soccer
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11 shots, saved PK, and assist in loss
Messi took 11 shots (three on goal), crossed twice, took two corners, suffered two fouls, created one chance, and assisted on Miami's lone goal in Saturday's 4-1 loss at Nashville. He also had a penalty kick saved.
Analysis: Messi was firing at will, but was unable to break through against Brian Schwake and Nashville SC. He delivered his ninth assist of the season to give Miami a lifeline before half, and peppered the Nashville goal late to no avail. Expect Messi to give Philadelphia all they can handle in Wednesday's Eastern Conference clash at Philadelphia.
Records 45 minutes Wednesday
Messi (personal) logged five shots (three on target), four crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in 45 minutes of play during Wednesday's Leagues Cup loss to Leon.
Analysis: Messi was surprisingly back early after being expected to miss a few more games due to a personal absence. He subbed on for Daniel Pinter at the beginning of the second half and was very active in both open play and set pieces during the last of three straight matches against Liga MX sides. During that stretch, Messi ended up playing 135 minutes and scoring two goals along with one assist. His presence ahead of upcoming MLS tests means a huge boost to the squad's offense, and his path to the starting lineup should be clear as long as he's available going forward.
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