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Lionel Messi makes more history with four-goal masterpiece

By Ben SteinerIn a single evening, Lionel Messi went from trailing the MLS Golden Boot presented by Audi summit by two goals to leading by a pair in one of his most remarkable performances to date wit...

Lionel Messi makes more history with four-goal masterpiece

Inter Miami CF's Lionel Messi made history with a four-goal performance in a 7-1 victory over CF Montréal on Saturday. The Argentine superstar netted four goals and provided an assist as he helped his team set a club record for goals scored in a single game. Messi's remarkable display put him at 18 goals and 10 assists on the season, moving him ahead of FC Dallas's Petar Musa for the MLS Golden Boot lead.

The Herons, trailing Nashville SC by 10 points in the Supporters' Shield race, now have a stronger case for the top spot in the Eastern Conference following Messi's incredible display. Inter Miami's interim head coach Guillermo Hoyos praised Messi's growth and ability, while the team prepares to welcome new manager Cristian Kily González in the coming weeks.

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