Lionel Messi notched his 841st career goal in Inter Miami’s 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC on September 29 in Major League Soccer (MLS) at Chase Stadium, Florida. Although Messi’s impressive strike wasn’t enough to secure a victory, it marked yet another remarkable achievement in the Argentine’s illustrious career.
Charlotte FC broke the deadlock in the 56th minute when Karol Åwiderski redirected a shot from Brandt Bronico, leaving Miami’s goalkeeper Drake Callender helpless. However, Messi quickly responded, delivering the magic moment fans had been waiting for. The Argentine maestro curled a sublime shot into the bottom corner from just outside the penalty area, levelling the match.
Despite Messi’s goal, Miami couldn’t capitalize on the momentum and had to settle for their third straight match without a win. This string of dropped points comes at a critical time as Inter Miami is pushing for the MLS Supporters’ Shield, awarded to the team with the best regular-season record. With just three games left to play, Miami’s hopes of securing the top spot are still alive, but their recent form has left the door open for challengers like Columbus Crew, who have a game in hand and could overtake Miami in the standings.
While Messi continues to shine on the field, Miami’s struggles have raised concerns as they approach the season’s end. The team will need to regroup quickly if they hope to maintain their shot at the Supporters’ Shield. However, Messi’s ability to deliver under pressure remains one of the team’s biggest assets as they look to bounce back.
In the midst of Miami’s challenges, Messi’s legacy continues to grow, with each game adding to the legendary career of one of football’s all-time greats.
