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Lionel Messi projects to score over 1,000 career goals by 2028

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:45 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Lionel Messi projects to score over 1,000 career goals by 2028

Summary

Lionel Messi continues to shine in MLS with Inter Miami, scoring twice in a 4-2 victory over Atletico de San Luis. After returning from World Cup duties, Messi's recent performance has solidified predictions that he could surpass 1,000 career goals by the end of his contract in 2028. Currently, he holds 921 goals in 1,116 games. An analysis suggests he might reach 1,021 goals and 484 assists by the end of his time with Inter Miami, potentially besting Cristiano Ronaldo in total goals, as Ronaldo has 976 in 1,330 games. As his career progresses, Messi's goal-scoring prowess remains a topic of interest.

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By the Numbers

•Messi scored twice in Inter Miami's 4-2 win over Atletico de San Luis.
•He currently has 921 goals in 1,116 career games.
•Messi could surpass 1,000 career goals by 2028.
•Predictions suggest 1,021 goals and 484 assists by contract end.
•Ronaldo has 976 goals in 1,330 games.

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What they're saying

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Lionel Messi, as most soccer fans would have expected, has dominated the MLS since moving to Inter Miami. The Argentine took a break from club football over the summer to compete at the World Cup, but he returned with a bang this week.
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