There are 46. A huge number. Messi has just added his 46th title. This time with the pink jersey of Inter Miami, who managed to win the MLS for the first time in their history. It was at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale against the Vancouver Whitecaps. The game ended 3-1: the second goal was scored by Rodrigo De Paul and the third by another Argentine, Tadeo Allende. The first goal was conceded: After a joint game, the Colombian defender Édier Ocampo beat his own goalkeeper.
Later, after winning the ball back from Messi, the Argentine made a precise pass to Rodrigo De Paul, who crossed the ball to score the second goal. In stoppage time, Tadeo Allende himself scored a goal that sealed the consecration.
Although Vancouver was able to score, control of the game, concentration in crucial moments and Miami’s offensive hierarchy determined the winner.
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The victory is not just another title: it is the first MLS Cup in the club’s history. The credit was collective but with standouts: Messi with his leadership and vision, De Paul with his definition and Allende as an unexpected hero in the postseason.
For a newly founded team – founded a few years ago – this title represents a gigantic leap: it confirms the project as successful, legitimizes the team and gives the fan their first great joy at the highest level. In addition, it rounds off a memorable 2025: with a strong attack, good team play and a dream end to the season.
The inauguration in the MLS Cup marks a before and after for Inter Miami. Not just as a sporting achievement, but as a symbol that a young club with structure, successful new signings and leadership can have big dreams.
Now the focus is on 2026: maintaining the level, defending the title, growing institutionally and consolidating the identity created this season.
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