Lionel Messi continues to conquer heights. The Argentine superstar became the youngest footballer in the world with goal #875 in his professional career. Messi led Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over the MLS champion – LA Galaxy, writes "Tema Sport".
After a short absence due to injury, Messi returned to the field and in just 45 minutes brought success to his team. His record goal came in match #1116 of his career, after a brilliant individual raid and a shot reminiscent of his best moments with Barcelona.
Inter Miami opened in the 43rd minute through Jordi Alba. Joseph Paintsil equalized in the 59th. Messi restored the lead for the pinks in the 84th minute, and Luis Suarez shaped the final score in the last minute.
Messi's story begins on May 1, 2005, when the 17-year-old talent scored his debut goal for Barcelona against Albacete after an assist from Ronaldinho - and immediately became the youngest scorer in La Liga.
Today, 19 years later, he is only 63 goals behind his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo (938). In addition to goals, Messi also has an impressive 389 assists, making a total of 1,263 direct involvements in goals.
Lionel Messi's career (club and national team):
Barcelona: 672 goals, 269 assists, 778 matches
Argentina: 112 goals, 58 assists, 193 matches
Paris Saint-Germain: 32 goals, 34 assists, 75 matches
Inter Miami: 59 goals, 28 assists, 71 matches