Lionel Messi set to captain Inter Miami after just one game for the MLS club
FootballMessi's Stats in His First 4 Games for Inter Miami Prove He Is the GOAT
- Lionel Messi has been incredible since he joined Inter Miami this summer
- The star forward has already scored seven goals in just four appearances for the club
- Messi marked his Inter Miami debut with a stunning last-gasp free-kick winner
Lionel Messi has wasted no time settling in Major League Soccer since his sensational move to Inter Miami this summer.
The legendary forward swapped European football for the MLS after the expiry of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain.
An emotional reunion with Barcelona had initially been mooted, while a mega move to Saudi Arabia was also thought to be on the cards.
However, the 2022 World Cup winner decided to move to the US, penning a lucrative deal with the David Beckham co-owned side.
It seems the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner made the right decision as far as his career is concerned.
Messi shines for Inter Miami
The 36-year-old has hit the ground running since his Inter Miami arrival, with the football icon already boasting seven goals in just four matches.
Incredibly, all of Messi's seven goals have been vital in a way, especially in their Leagues Cup campaign.
According to Sky Sports, the Barcelona legend marked his MLS debut with a stunning last-gasp free-kick that earned Inter Miami a crucial 2-1 win over Cruz Azul.
The Barca legend followed up his debut goal with a brace against Atalanta United before scoring another when his side faced Orlando City.
The Argentina international was once again the man of the moment when the Tata Martino-tutored side took on FC Dallas on Monday morning.
CBS Sports reports that Messi scored another brace during the tie to send Inter Miami into the next round of the Leagues Cup.
Lionel Messi mobbed by fans
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FootballEarlier, Sports Brief reported on fans mobbing Messi in Miami as he continues to take the MLS by storm.
The Argentine star was recently surrounded by supporters after leaving a store on the city's Lincoln Road.
One fan recorded the incredible scene, with Messi needing security to depart a local pedestrian mall.