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Messi scores 100th goal for Inter Miami in Campeones Cup win

Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal as Inter Miami defeated Cruz Azul 2-0 to win the Campeones Cup on Wednesday night at Nu Stadium.

Messi heads Inter Miami to Campeones Cup triumph
File photo Messi heads Inter Miami to Campeones Cup triumph Photo: Dawn

Messi reaches century mark with header

Luis Suárez provided an assist in the 24th minute with a cross from the right side. Messi ran onto the ball and scored a rare goal using his head to make it 1-0. This strike marked his 100th goal for the club across all competitions.

Casemiro seals victory with late header

New coach Cristian González led his first training session on Tuesday after arriving from Argentina. A late corner from Messi was headed home by Casemiro to put the game away. The win gave González a trophy in his first match in charge.

Beckham praises Messi for Ballon d'Or

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham stated that Messi deserves consideration for a record-extending ninth Ballon d'Or. The Argentine superstar secured his first trophy of the year following the loss to Spain in the World Cup final.

2 outlets, different leads

  • ESPN

    Messi nets 100th goal with Miami to open Campeones Cup scoring

  • Dawn

    Messi heads Inter Miami to Campeones Cup triumph

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