Lionel Messi continues his incredible legacy, this time across the Atlantic. At 38 years old, the Argentine maestro proves he’s still unmatched, even on American soil. In a recent match against New England Revolution, he netted two goals, securing a 2-1 victory for Inter Miami. This marked his fourth consecutive game with a goal in Major League Soccer.
His statistics this season are simply phenomenal: 20 goals and 7 assists in 26 appearances across all competitions. And that’s just the beginning.
Outplaying Pelé in Matches and Stats
Wednesday brought another significant milestone for Messi. The Argentine wizard played his 65th official match for Inter Miami, thereby surpassing the legendary Pelé. During his tenure at New York Cosmos (1975–1977), Pelé played in 64 official matches, scoring 37 goals and providing 18 assists.
Messi’s numbers, in comparison to Pelé’s, are considerably higher. In his 65 games for Inter Miami, he has recorded 54 goals and 24 assists – that’s 17 goals and 6 assists more than Pelé.
The Record-Breaking Journey Continues
Messi’s contract with Inter Miami runs until the end of 2025, and all signs indicate he’s far from finished. His objective is to continue rewriting record books and solidify why many consider him the greatest footballer of all time.
Football in the USA is currently captivated by Messi, who continues to attract massive audiences, media attention, and commercial partners. If his numbers continue to grow at this pace, comparisons to Pelé will only become more frequent.
