Lionel Messi has moved closer to the remarkable 1,000-goal milestone after taking his career tally to 937 goals, scoring once and providing an assist in Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over New England Revolution.
The 39-year-old Argentine captain once again proved decisive for his side, inspiring a second-half comeback on November 1 to secure all three points.
Inter Miami initially struggled to break down their opponents but found their way back into the contest through Messi’s creativity and goalscoring instinct.
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner first set up Germán Berterame for the equaliser in the 69th minute before completing the turnaround with a goal of his own in the 83rd minute.
His contribution took his career statistics to 937 goals and 428 assists, according to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who shared the milestone on X.
Messi’s latest achievement adds to an extraordinary career spanning Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Miami, during which he has established himself as one of the most prolific and influential players in football history.
Having enjoyed a trophy-laden spell at Barcelona, where he won multiple domestic and European honours, Messi continued his success with Argentina, leading the national team to the 2022 FIFA World Cup title in Qatar.
His move to Major League Soccer in 2023 also brought renewed attention to Inter Miami and helped raise the profile of football in the United States.
Now just 63 goals away from reaching 1,000 career goals, Messi continues to deliver decisive performances despite being in the latter stages of his playing career.
With 937 goals and 428 assists to his name, the Argentine’s influence goes beyond scoring, reflecting his ability to create opportunities and change the outcome of matches.
His latest performance against New England Revolution is another reminder of his enduring quality and the remarkable standards he has maintained throughout his career.