The fact that Inter Miami has lifted both the Supporters’ Shield and the Leagues Cup since Messi’s arrival tells you almost everything you need to know about his impact. Before the Argentine joined, the club—founded in 2018—had never won a single piece of silverware.

Messi made his injury return, scoring a game-deciding goal in the 84th minute, Jordi Alba (43’) and Luis Suarez (89’) also scored goals, and Inter Miami beat the defending MLS Cup champion L.A. Galaxy 3-1 at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16.

After announcing the departure of Drake Callender, Lionel Messi could soon see his Inter Miami squad boosted by a young star from his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys.

A teammate of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami complained about his playing time and received a harsh response from coach Javier Mascherano. Inter Miami come off a big 3-1 win over the LA Galaxy, with Lionel Messi once again the centerpiece of the performance.