Lionel Messi moved closer to retaining the MLS Golden Boot by scoring late in Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution on Sunday.
Messi strengthens Golden Boot position
The Argentine star struck the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, lifting his Major League Soccer total to 26 for the campaign.
- Messi leads FC Dallas forward Petar Musa by four goals in the scoring race.
- The Inter Miami attacker has one regular-season match still to play.
- His latest winner helped Miami secure a 2-1 result against New England.
Chance to make MLS history
Messi won his first MLS Golden Boot last year, finishing with 29 goals from 28 appearances.
At 39, the eight-time Ballon d’Or recipient is in position to become the first player to capture the award in back-to-back seasons since MLS introduced its current format, based solely on goals scored, in 2005.
With one fixture left on the regular-season schedule, Messi has a strong chance to widen his lead over Musa and add another landmark achievement to his MLS record.
