Lionel Messi is on the cusp of making MLS history, as he is just three goal contributions away from becoming the fastest player to reach 25 goals and assists in a single season.
Currently, the record for the fastest player to reach 25 goal contributions in MLS history is held by Carlos Vela, who achieved the feat in 16 games during his MVP-winning 2019 campaign. Only five players in the history of the league have reached 25 combined goals and assists within 20 games or fewer.
Messi, who joined Inter Miami CF in the summer of 2023, has made an immediate impact on the league, scoring six goals and providing three assists in his first eight games. His impressive start has him on pace to shatter Vela’s record.
If Messi can record three goal contributions in his next game, he will reach the 25-goal contribution mark in just his ninth game of the season. This would be a remarkable achievement, especially considering that he is 35 years old and in the twilight of his career.
Messi’s ability to create and score goals is unmatched in MLS. He is a master of dribbling, passing, and shooting, and he has a knack for finding the back of the net from all over the pitch.
If Messi can continue his current form, he is not only likely to break Vela’s record but also to challenge for the MLS Golden Boot and MVP award. His presence in the league has already raised the profile of MLS and made it more competitive.
Lionel Messi is on the verge of making MLS history. His impressive start to the season has him on pace to become the fastest player to reach 25 goal contributions in a single season. If he can continue his current form, he is not only likely to break the record but also to challenge for the MLS Golden Boot and MVP award.
