Returning to the pitch in spectacular style, Lionel Messi went into the history books after scoring two goals in just four minutes. Returning to the pitch, Argentine icon Lionel Messi once again did not disappoint any expectations during this 2024 Major League Soccer (MLS) season while playing for Inter Miami.
Messi had missed weeks of action because of the tear in his hamstring, and he returned for a game that could advance Inter Miami into the playoffs. For the first time, Messi came off the stands into the 60th minute and was cheered on into DRV PNK Stadium to a standing ovation and didn’t take long before creating his presence.
After only eight minutes had passed since entering the field, Messi met a perfectly timed through-ball from his teammate Sergio Busquets and coolly and calmly pushed it past the opposing goalkeeper. The crowd erupted in celebration as Messi’s iconic left foot produced magic yet again. Not even an end to it had been sent his way.
Within minutes, Messi struck again. This time, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner collected the ball outside the penalty box, brushed past two defenders, curled a sumptuous shot into the top right corner, and gave spectators the chills as well as commentators. The precision, skill, and composure of the second goal left fans bewildered.
With all, it is a dream come true to be back on the field and to help my team, it’s such an important game,” Messi said in a post-match interview. “The support from fans and teammates has been incredible, and I am glad I could contribute.”
Two goals: he broke some records with those: now he is the first player in MLS’s history to score two goals in four minutes, having just come off the bench. As a result, he extended his lead atop the goal-scoring list for Inter Miami FC this season, reviving his status as its go-to and most productive player.
For Messi, and all his legendary career, this latest milestone is proof once again of his enduring brilliance and unmatched ability to deliver on the biggest stages. With Messi now back in action, Inter Miami’s playoff dreams are very much alive, and football waits with bated breath to see what he does next.
