Lionel Messi stars in first post-World Cup match for Inter Miami
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Lionel Messi made his first start for Inter Miami following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he led Argentina to the final but lost 1-0 to Spain. In his debut match back in MLS against San Luis, Messi scored two goals in a 4-2 victory. Despite his impressive performance, soccer fans showed mixed reactions, with some viewing his contributions as less surprising given his previous World Cup run. The match was part of Messi's ongoing commitment to the club after the international tournament.
- •Messi scores two goals in his first match back.
- •Inter Miami defeats San Luis 4-2.
- •Argentina finished as runners-up in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- •Fans express varied reactions to Messi's performance.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Ridiculous’ – Soccer fans blown away as Inter Miami share Lionel Messi training footage
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Soccer fans react to Lionel Messi’s first start for Inter Miami after 2026 FIFA World Cup defeat
"Lionel Messi has returned to dominate in the MLS with Inter Miami. Despite turning 39 years old, Lionel Messi showed his class by carrying Argentina to the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, albeit suffering a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Spain.
"Lionel Messi may now be 39, but he still remains one of the most impressive players in world football. He helped carry his Argentina side to the 2026 World Cup final in North America this summer, where they lost 1-0 to Spain.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 9:00 AM‘Ridiculous’ – Soccer fans blown away as Inter Miami share Lionel Messi training footage
Lionel Messi may now be 39, but he still remains one of the most impressive players in world football. He helped carry his Argentina side to the 2026 World Cup final in North America this summer, where they lost 1-0 to Spain.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:50 AMSoccer fans react to Lionel Messi’s first start for Inter Miami after 2026 FIFA World Cup defeat
Lionel Messi has returned to dominate in the MLS with Inter Miami. Despite turning 39 years old, Lionel Messi showed his class by carrying Argentina to the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, albeit suffering a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Spain.
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