Lionel Messi has once again put himself in history books. The Rosario native became the fastest player to 70 goal contributions in the Major League Soccer.
He achieved this milestone in only 46 MLS matches, surpassing 2019 MVP Carlos Vela who needed 55 games during that season.
ESPN revealed the Messi stat before the Inter Miami match against DC. United and it showed Messi had reached 70 goal contributions.
The 2022 World Cup champion then stepped onto the pitch and produced another defining night for Inter Miami.
Messi created a trademark assist for Tadeo Allende in the first half and later scored twice against D.C. United.
His performance lifted Miami toward the playoffs with brilliance that only an eight time Ballon d’Or winner can consistently deliver.
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Messi has now recorded 73 goals contribution in 47 matches. He also moved to the top of the MLS scoring chart with 22 goals in 22 matches after surpassing Sam Surridge of Nashville who has 21.
It was also his 17th brace for Inter Miami. This milestone follows his 2024 season where he won the Landon Donovan MVP and guided Miami to its first Supporters’ Shield whilst also helping the MLS side achieve a record of 74 points in a single season.
Fastest to 70 Goal Contributions in MLS History
Carlos Vela was the star of LAFC in 2019 while Sebastian Giovinco changed Toronto with his playmaking brilliance.
Cucho Hernandez brought goals and silverware to Columbus Crew while Josef Martínez and Robbie Keane defined eras at Atlanta and LA Galaxy.
- Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) – 46 matches (2025)
- Carlos Vela (LAFC) – 55 matches (2019)
- Sebastian Giovinco (Toronto FC) – 61 matches (2016)
- Cucho Hernandez (Columbus Crew) – 69 matches (2024)
- Josef Martínez (Atlanta United) – 70 matches (2019)
- Robbie Keane (LA Galaxy) – 70 matches (2014)