Lionel Messi Made MLS History
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After renewing his contract until 2028, Lionel Messi continues to lead Inter Miami, this time in the first leg of the 1st round of the MLS playoffs against Nashville: a match won 3-1. Messi opened
Messi was named a finalist for the MVP award Thursday along with Los Angeles FC’s Denis Bouanga, San Diego’s Anders Dreyer (San Diego FC), Cincinnati’s Evander and Nashville’s Sam Surridge. The award is expected to be handed out before the MLS Cup final on Dec. 6.
The Danish midfielder was the joint leader in assists and tallied 19 goals. San Diego's 63 points were also a record for an MLS expansion franchise. The club claimed the top seed in the Western Conference, owning the tiebreaker over the Vancouver Whitecaps.