How Lionel Messi Celebrated After Leading Inter Miami to Another Title
- Lionel Messi won the 46th trophy of his glittering career after Inter Miami won the MLS Supports' Shield
- Inter Miami edged MLS Cup defending champions Colombus Crew 3-2, with Messi scoring twice
- The Argentina international and the MLS side had a fabulous celebration in the dressing room following their triumph
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Inter Miami veteran Lionel Messi scored a brace to help the club clinch the MLS Supporters' Shield for the first time.
The Argentina icon and Inter Miami defeated MLS Cup reigning champions Colombus Crew 3-2 to win.
The former Barcelona man was over the moon in the dressing room after getting his hands on his 46th trophy.
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The 37-year-old opened the scoring late in the first half with a fine close-range finish before doubling the lead in first-half stoppage time with a sensational free-kick.
Inter Miami was pegged back after conceding just after halftime, but Uruguay striker Luis Suarez restored the two-goal lead minutes later.
They conceded a penalty at the hour mark but hung on to secure the win. The Supporters' Shield is given to the team with the best regular season record.
"The first objective has been achieved and now we have to think about what's next," Messi said via BBC.
"The first round is three games but then it's one game and anything can happen. But we have the great advantage of playing all the games at home, which is what we were looking for. We are very strong at home."
The young club will now set its sights on the MLS Cup, which Colombus Crew currently holds.
Messi celebrates trophy
The Barcelona legend has celebrated trophies for 20 years, from league titles to Champions Leagues and the World Cup.
In a video shared online, Inter Miami players and staff were on top of the world. The dressing room was filled with thrilled faces and champagne. Messi was in the corner, soaking it all in.
Assistant coach Jorge Theiler, drenched in champagne, handed Messi the plate-shaped trophy on a magical night for the Miami-based club.
The team will now shift their focus to the MLS playoffs. Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 and has had some incredible moments.
Messi's new celebration
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Messi unveiled a new celebration after scoring against Charlotte FC.
Messi drew inspiration from the Marvel universe. After finding the back of the net, he struck an Iron Man pose, leaving spectators and social media buzzing.
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