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Messi Scores Post-World Cup, Sets Leagues Cup Record

Published August 6, 2026 · Updated August 6, 2026 · NRK

Messi scored twice in Inter Miami's 4-2 victory over Atletico de San Luis, marking his first goals since the World Cup.

Lionel Messi returned to the scoring sheet for Inter Miami, netting twice in their 4-2 win over Atletico de San Luis in the Leagues Cup. The goals propelled the 39-year-old to become the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 14 goals, surpassing Denis Bouanga's previous record.

The Leagues Cup, featuring teams from MLS and Mexico's top division, runs from August 4 to September 6. Last season, Messi and Inter Miami reached the final but fell to Seattle Sounders, having won the tournament in 2023 during his debut season in the US. sweetbonanza-app.com

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