Lionel Messi has made a significant mark in Major League Soccer (MLS) during his third season with Inter Miami, achieving a remarkable milestone by becoming the fastest player in league history to reach 100 regular-season goal contributions. This achievement was highlighted in Inter Miami's recent 4-2 victory over Toronto FC, where Messi scored one goal and provided two assists.

Inter Miami's Road Success

This victory allowed Inter Miami to bounce back from a previous 4-3 defeat at home against Orlando City. The team is currently on a six-game winning streak on the road, showcasing their improved form. Following this win, Inter Miami is set to face Cincinnati FC on May 13.

Messi's Record-Breaking Performance

With this latest performance, Messi has now accumulated 59 goals and 41 assists in just 64 regular-season matches, surpassing the previous record of 95 matches held by Sebastian Giovinco of Toronto FC. Overall, Messi has scored 87 goals and provided 57 assists in 101 career appearances across all competitions.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, Messi's achievement comes just a month before Argentina aims to defend their title from the 2022 tournament. The 38-year-old forward is expected to play a crucial role for Argentina, having already recorded 13 goals and eight assists in his 26 World Cup matches. Argentina's campaign will kick off on June 16 against Algeria, followed by matches against Austria on June 22 and a rematch with Algeria on June 27.

Fans can look forward to an extensive coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with FOX Sports set to broadcast all 104 matches live from June 11 to July 19, 2026.