Lionel Andres Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players in history. He currently plays as a forward and captain for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS) and the Argentina national team. Lionel Messi continues to redefine greatness even at 38 years of age. The Argentine legend has been in unstoppable form during the 2025 MLS season, netting 22 goals in just 22 games, proving that age is no barrier to his brilliance on the pitch.
With an outstanding tally of 32 goal contributions (22 goals + 10 assists), averaging 1.45 goal contributions per game. None of his 22 goals this season have come from penalties, underlining his scoring through open play, solo runs, precision shots, and free-kicks. Messi has frequently been named Man of the Match in nearly every game played.
Messi’s Injury In MLS
Messi’s injury in MLS in 2025 was a right leg minor muscle injury (hamstring/groin), causing him to miss matches but eventually making a strong comeback and playing a key role in Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup campaign.
Despite missing multiple games due to injury, Messi remains the top scorer in the MLS Golden Boot race, leading ahead of rivals like Sam Surridge, who has played over 30 matches. Messi’s impact on the pitch continues to be profound with his signature style of scoring, proving age is truly just a number for this GOAT player.
Stats of Messi In MLS 2025
- Matches played: 22
- Goals: 22 (0 penalties)
- Assists: 10
- Total goal contributions: 32
- Average goal contributions per game: 1.45
- Man of the Match awards: Nearly every game played
- Leads Golden Boot race ahead of players with 30+ matches
Leading scorers in MLS
| Players | Goals |
| Lionel Messi (Inter Miami CF) | 22 goals |
| Denis Bouanga (Los Angeles FC) | 22 goals |
| Sam Surridge (Nashville SC) | 21 goals |
| Evander (FC Cincinnati) | 17 goals |
| ejan Joveljic (Sporting Kansas City) | 17 goals |
His goals have featured solo runs, top-corner curling shots, and unstoppable free-kicks, underscoring his all-around brilliance. Messi is leading the Golden Boot race and his performance is key to Inter Miami’s competitiveness in the league this season.