Messi reaches 100 goal: Lionel Messi has set astonishing new records in Major League Soccer (MLS), further solidifying his legendary status and transforming the league’s profile globally. Since joining Inter Miami in 2023, Messi’s performance has been nothing short of revolutionary for both the club and the MLS as a whole. Most notably, he became the first player in MLS history to score multiple goals in four consecutive regular-season games, a feat underscored by his latest performance where he scored twice in a 2-1 victory against the New England Revolution. Over the past four matches, Messi has found the net eight times, with a season tally of 14 goals and 7 assists across just 15 appearances, highlighting his outstanding contribution to his team’s success.
Messi also achieved a major global football milestone by scoring his 715th non-penalty goal, making him the highest scorer in this category in football history. This milestone came during an emphatic 5-0 win against Orlando City, where Messi contributed two goals, complementing his teammate Luis Suarez’s brace. Additionally, Messi scored his 500th career league goal, adding another personal landmark amid a stellar career accumulating over 830 goals and 44 trophies, including a World Cup win.
Beyond his remarkable stats on the field, Messi’s presence has sparked a significant surge in the popularity and commercial success of MLS. Ticket sales have skyrocketed, and viewership numbers soared to 11.45 million spectators this season, representing a 5% increase compared to the previous year before Messi joined the league. His global appeal has attracted not only football enthusiasts but also celebrities and high-profile fans, raising MLS’s international profile and revenue streams to unprecedented levels. The league’s expansion in sponsorship and audience engagement has been largely attributed to the “Messi effect”.
Further, Messi helped the MLS break Google’s trending searches records worldwide, spiking interest in matches such as “Dallas vs Inter Miami.” His arrival coincided with a sharp rise in subscriptions to the MLS streaming platform, reflecting his massive influence beyond the stadium. The buzz around Messi’s pink Inter Miami jersey and his debut match generated enormous online activity, reinforcing his role as a digital and cultural icon.
In summary, Lionel Messi’s impact on the MLS transcends scoring records alone. He is reshaping American soccer’s landscape by elevating its competitive level, global reach, and commercial success, ensuring that his legacy will be remembered not just for his goals but for revolutionizing the sport in the United States.
