[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Lionel Messi scored a spectacular goal and secured his first trophy in North American soccer as Inter Miami defeated Nashville on penalties (10-9) after the final ended 1-1 in regular time.
In the 24th minute, the Argentine World Cup winner unleashed a wonder strike into the top corner to put Miami in the lead. However, Fafa Picault equalized for Nashville in the second half.
Despite Messi hitting the post and a last-second chance missed by Leonardo Campana, the game headed to a penalty shootout. The shootout eventually came down to a duel between the two goalkeepers, with Miami’s Drake Callender saving Elliot Panicco’s shot to secure the victory.
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Messi and his teammates celebrated with Callender, who had made crucial saves during the match to keep Miami in contention. Messi, along with fellow newcomers Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, has helped transform Miami’s fortunes, leading them on an unbeaten run to the League Cup title.
David Beckham, co-owner of the club, expressed amazement at the rapid change brought about by the former Barcelona trio, comparing it to a movie.
Messi has now scored 10 goals in seven games for his new club and will have the opportunity to reach another final when his team faces Cincinnati in the semi-final of the US Open Cup.
Despite not playing their usual dominant style, Miami’s victory was a significant achievement for the club. Busquets stated, “I am very happy to win our first title in just one month, the club’s first. The team is growing by leaps and bounds and we are very happy.”
Messi’s presence has undoubtedly made a difference, and he is hailed as the best in the world. The victory has provided clarity about the team’s future, especially considering the swift success achieved within a month.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
