Lionel Messi Sets Leagues Cup Record with Brace in Inter Miami Victory

Lionel Messi showcased his exceptional talent as Inter Miami began its 2026 Leagues Cup campaign with a 4-2 victory against Atletico San Luis. This performance marked another significant milestone in Messi's illustrious career, reinforcing his status as a key figure in soccer.

The match featured an exciting sequence of events, starting with Atletico San Luis taking an early lead through David Rodríguez. However, Messi quickly equalized in the 11th minute, and Inter Miami went on to score three more goals before halftime, including a second from Messi.

Despite a goal from Rafa Llorente in the second half for Atletico San Luis, Inter Miami maintained its lead to secure the win. With this brace, Messi became the all-time leading goalscorer in Leagues Cup history, reaching 14 goals in just 12 matches, surpassing LAFC's Denis Bouanga, who also scored later in the evening but in more games.