Messi scores twice in five minutes for Inter Miami

Club clinched 2026 playoff berth Thursday

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Inter Miami's manager had a smile on his face after two goals in less than five minutes from his biggest star, Lionel Me Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: Lionel Messi struck twice in a span of less than five minutes for Inter Miami CF. Manager Kily González smiled on the touchline after the second goal.

Why it matters: Inter Miami CF clinched a 2026 MLS Playoffs berth Thursday with a shutout victory. Messi entered the weekend as the first MLS player with three straight 15-assist seasons.

What to watch: Inter Miami CF now awaits final postseason seeding. Focus shifts to Messi's form entering the playoff opener.

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