Inter Miami

2024 - 10 - 3

Messi Magic Leads Inter Miami to Historical Triumph – Just in Time for a Free Kick!

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Get ready to cheer! Inter Miami has clinched their first-ever Supporters' Shield thanks to Messi's dazzling performance before they kick off the playoffs!

In a thrilling showdown that had spectators on the edge of their seats, Inter Miami has officially clinched their first-ever Supporters' Shield after a heart-pounding 3-2 victory over the Columbus Crew. The match, held at Lower.com Field in Columbus, showcased not just teamwork and strategy, but also the undeniable skill of Lionel Messi, who showcased his prowess by scoring two crucial goals, including a spectacular free kick that left fans buzzing. With this win, Messi not only added another trophy to his extensive collection but also solidified Inter Miami's position as the front-runners for the upcoming playoffs, ensuring they have home-field advantage throughout the journey.

The story of this triumph, however, goes deeper than just trophies and goals. For defender Sergiy Kryvtsov, the victory is a bittersweet moment. While he revels in the team's success, his thoughts are weighed down by the ongoing turmoil back in his home country of Ukraine. Kryvtsov's story highlights how sports can serve as a brief escape, a mental reprieve from the chaos of the world, allowing players and fans alike to come together and celebrate even amid personal hardships.

As the season progresses, the chemistry among Inter Miami's players continues to build, with Messi at the heart of it all. Miami has showcased impressive teamwork and resilience, with their regular season ending on a high note, boasting a record of 20 wins, four losses, and eight ties, which totals to 68 points overall. This strong performance not only demonstrates the club's growth but also the tactical genius of their coaching staff, who have successfully molded this group into a formidable MLS contender.

Did you know that Lionel Messi's latest trophy win marks his record-setting 46th title? This catapults him further into the realm of football legends. As Inter Miami gears up for the playoffs, fans can only hope that this momentum continues, with Messi’s talent shining even brighter as they aim for more silverware. Also worth noting is that the Supporters' Shield is a significant achievement in Major League Soccer, symbolizing the best overall team in the regular season, thus elevating Miami's status among the football elite.

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Inter Miami defender Kryvtsov tries to focus while war rages on back ... (Miami Herald)

Inter Miami vs. Columbus Crew game offers a brief respite for Ukrainian defender Sergiy Kryvtsov, whose mind is consumed by the war back home.

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Lionel Messi goals help Inter Miami clinch Supporters' Shield - ESPN (ESPN)

Inter Miami have clinched the 2024 Supporters' Shield with a 3-2 victory over the Columbus Crew on Wednesday night at Lower.com Field in Ohio.

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Messi scores twice vs. Columbus Crew as Inter Miami wins MLS ... (USA TODAY)

Lionel Messi scored twice to lead Inter Miami to a victory over the Columbus Crew. The win gives Miami the MLS Supporters' Shield.

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Lionel Messi wins record 46th trophy — because Inter Miami was ... (Yahoo Sports)

Inter Miami clinched the MLS Supporters' Shield with a wild 3-2 win over Columbus. Messi scored twice, including a trademark free kick.

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Inter Miami win 2024 MLS Supporters' Shield (MLSsoccer.com)

Inter Miami CF have won their first-ever Supporters' Shield, with Wednesday's 3-2 victory at the Columbus Crew guaranteeing Lionel Messi & Co. will finish ...

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Inter Miami wins first-ever Supporters' Shield with 3-2 win over ... (CBS Miami)

Inter Miami CF has claimed their first-ever Supporters' Shield after a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Columbus Crew.

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Columbus 2-3 Inter Miami highlights: Lionel Messi and Co. reign ... (Sportstar)

CLB vs MIA: Highlights of the Major League Soccer match between Columbus and Inter Miami from the Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio.

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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami win MLS Supporters Shield with 3-2 win at ... (The Record (New Westminster))

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have another trophy, along with home-field advantage throughout the Major League Soccer playoffs.

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Lionel Messi scores twice, Inter Miami beats Columbus Crew 3-2 ... (Miami Herald)

The victory improved Inter Miami's record to 20 wins, four losses and eight ties for 68 points, guaranteed to be the league's best regular-season record ...

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Inter Miami CF Wins 2024 Supporters' Shield (Inter Miami CF)

For the first time in Club history, Inter Miami CF has won the Supporters' Shield. The team clinched the best overall 2024 MLS regular season with a 2-3 win ...

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Columbus vs Inter Miami, MLS LIVE Streaming info: Lionel Messi ... (Sportstar)

Inter Miami tops the Western Conference standings with 65 points while Columbus is second with 57, and has a game in hand over Miami.

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Lionel Messi scores 2, Columbus Crew falls 3-2 vs Inter Miami: Replay (The Columbus Dispatch)

Lionel Messi travel for game vs Columbus Crew, and is expected to make Lower.com Field debut with Inter Miami.

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Lionel Messi wins second title with Inter Miami as it beats Columbus ... (Sportstar)

The champion of MLS is determined by the winner of the MLS Cup playoffs -- where Eastern Conference rivals the Crew and Miami could meet again.

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Messi double helps Inter Miami edge Columbus 3-2 for MLS ... (Aljazeera.com)

Argentina star bags his 46th trophy and gives Miami a chance to secure home advantage in the upcoming MLS playoffs.

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Lionel Messi lifts Inter Miami to first Supporters' Shield in 3-2 victory ... (CNN)

Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to its first Supporters' Shield with a 3-2 win over the Columbus Crew Wednesday, lifting his 2nd title with the club and his ...

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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami win MLS Supporters Shield with 3-2 win at ... (Spectrum News 1)

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have another trophy, along with home-field advantage throughout the Major League Soccer playoffs.

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Lionel Messi looks to the future after Inter Miami wins MLS ... (CBS Miami)

This was how 2024 started for Inter Miami: Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, all former Barcelona teammates who won multiple titles ...

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Gracias! David Beckham thanks Lionel Messi as Inter Miami co ... (Goal.com)

David Beckham has thanked Lionel Messi and Co for delivering Supporters' Shield glory to Inter Miami, but has also set a “one more” trophy challenge.

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Messi's Inter Miami win MLS Supporters' Shield (台北時報)

Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami beat the defending Major League Soccer (MLS) champions the Columbus Crew 3-2 to clinch the Supporters' Shield ...

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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami's first playoff game will be free to fans on ... (USA TODAY)

Inter Miami's quest for a third championship will begin Oct. 25 and will be free on Apple TV and broadcast live in Times Square.

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Messi, Inter Miami to open playoffs at home on Oct. 25. And it'll be ... (KPRC Click2Houston)

Inter Miami's David Ruiz, right, tries to kick the ball past Columbus Crew's Marcelo Herrera during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Wednesday, ...

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Inter Miami begin Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs path with standalone ... (MLSsoccer.com)

Inter Miami CF will begin Round One Best-of-3 Series action in the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs with a standalone match on Friday, October 25 (8:30 pm ET ...

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MLS Cup playoff schedule set with favorites Inter Miami to begin ... (The Athletic)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will headline the start of the Major League Soccer playoffs and will begin their round one best-of-three series on October 25.

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2 goals from Lionel Messi, unusual mistakes vs Inter Miami lead ... (The Columbus Dispatch)

Inter Miami was able to secure the 2024 Supporters' Shield at Columbus Crew's home, Lower.com Field, with the victory.

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Inter Miami's Lionel Messi named Player of the Matchday (MLSsoccer.com)

Lionel Messi's Supporters' Shield-clinching performance for Inter Miami CF has earned the Argentine legend Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob ...

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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami have won the MLS Supporter's Shield ... (Goal.com)

The Herons have completed the first step toward MLS Cup glory, but now need to continue their momentum into the playoffs.

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Inter Miami CF to Kick Off MLS Cup Playoffs Round One Action in ... (Inter Miami CF)

Secure your tickets now! Major League Soccer today announced that Inter Miami CF will kick off Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs Round One Best-of-3 action at home ...

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Inter Miami wins first Supporters' Shield; Messi wins major title ... (Inside World Football)

October 3 – Inter Miami won their second major trophy and 1st MLS Supporters Shield after beating the Columbus crew 3-2, thanks to two goals from the GOAT, ...

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Columbus Crew falls short to Inter Miami CF 3-2 (OSU - The Lantern)

The spectacle that is Lionel Messi touched down in Columbus for the first time ever, and certainly didn't disappoint. Behind a two-goal performance from ...

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