Lionel Messi scores two goals in Inter Miami's Leagues Cup match
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Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Lionel Messi scored twice during his first start since the World Cup as Inter Miami faced Atletico San Luis in the Leagues Cup on August 5, 2026. After San Luis took an early lead, Messi equalized just seven minutes later with a finish from Noah Allen's cross. He added another goal before halftime, helping Miami establish a 4-1 advantage with a late first-half strike. Rafa Llorente scored for San Luis in the second half, but Miami maintained control in the match following Messi's contributions. Miami is aiming to improve upon last season's final performance in the tournament.
- •Messi's two goals contribute to Miami's 4-2 victory over San Luis.
- •Miami seeks to improve on last year's Leagues Cup final loss.
- •San Luis scored first with a goal from David Rodriguez.
- •Messi also assisted Micael's late first-half goal.
- •Luis Sanchez is suspended for the tournament.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi’s first goal for Inter Miami post-World Cup compared to Picasso painting
- 7:11 AMYahoo Sports — Messi scores his first goals since World Cup as Inter Miami beat San Luis
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Messi scores TWO goals in 1st start since the World Cup 🎥
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi scores twice on his first start following World Cup
"Lionel Messi scored twice on his first start since the World Cup final as Inter Miami beat Atletico San Luis 4-2. Messi scored twice after the Mexican side had taken an early lead as Miami kicked off their bid to go one better than last season's final defeat in the Leagues Cup.
"Lionel Messi scored twice on his first start for Inter Miami following the 2026 World Cup in North America. Messi’s campaign ended in disappointment, but he still had a strong tournament and was able to help Argentina reach the final in the US.
"Lionel Messi made his first start for Inter Miami since the World Cup this Wednesday (5).And the Argentine did not disappoint, scoring two goals and providing an assist in his team’s win over Atlét...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 2:00 PMLionel Messi’s first goal for Inter Miami post-World Cup compared to Picasso painting
Lionel Messi scored twice on his first start for Inter Miami following the 2026 World Cup in North America. Messi’s campaign ended in disappointment, but he still had a strong tournament and was able to help Argentina reach the final in the US.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 7:11 AMMessi scores his first goals since World Cup as Inter Miami beat San Luis
Lionel Messi scores his first goals since Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain, as Miami win 4-2 in Leagues Cup.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 4:00 AMMessi scores TWO goals in 1st start since the World Cup 🎥
Lionel Messi made his first start for Inter Miami since the World Cup this Wednesday (5).And the Argentine did not disappoint, scoring two goals and providing an assist in his team’s win over Atlét...
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 3:18 AMLionel Messi scores twice on his first start following World Cup
Lionel Messi scored twice on his first start since the World Cup final as Inter Miami beat Atletico San Luis 4-2. Messi scored twice after the Mexican side had taken an early lead as Miami kicked off their bid to go one better than last season's final defeat in the Leagues Cup.
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