Messi becomes most decorated football player ever, wins his 1st title in the MLS as Inter Miami beat Nashville on penalties

Argentine football maestro Lionel Messi has won his first title since making the move to MLS side Inter Miami.

Just two months following his arrival from PSG, Messi has reinvigorated an Inter Miami side bottom of the MLS to the League Cup.

Messi sparks Inter Miami to victory against Nashville
After his heroics against Philadelphia Union, Messi had to face a tough Nashville side away from home for the title.

In the 23rd minute, the Argentine maestro scored the opener to give Inter Miami the lead which they took to the halftime break.

However, Nashville bounced back as Fafa Picault equalized in the 57th minute.

With the game tied after 90 minutes, there was no extra time proceeding straight to penalties.

Inter Miami goalkeeper Drake Callender turned out to be the hero as he scored the final kick for Inter Miami and saved from Nashville's Elliot Panicco.

Inter Miami would win the game and complete their amazing turnaround since Messi joined.

Messi makes history with Inter Miami

The victory means that Messi now holds the record for the most decorated player in the history of football.

Messi was tied with his former Barcelona teammate Dani Alves on 43 trophies in their football career.

However, following Inter Miami's League Cup victory, Messi now has 44 trophies and is the most decorated player in the history of the sport.

After the game, Messi received the Leagues Cup best player and top scorer awards.

Messi returns to action with Inter Miami when they take on Cincinnati in a US Open Cup fixture scheduled for Thursday, August 24, 2023.


Source: Pulse Sports Nigeria

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