Lionel Messi expanded his historic hardware collection after inspiring Inter Miami to a 2-0 triumph over Cruz Azul in the 2026 Michelob ULTRA Campeones Cup.
The Argentine icon delivered a game-defining performance during a memorable evening at the newly opened Nu Stadium, breaking the deadlock with the opening strike before orchestrating the build-up for Inter Miami’s second goal. The victory secured another championship for the franchise while extending Messi’s record-extending career tally to 48 official trophies.
Lionel Messi reaches 100-goal mark at Inter Miami
The fixture carried extra personal significance for the world champion, as he surpassed another historic career benchmark. Connecting with a 24th-minute cross from Luis Suárez, Messi’s precise header marked his 100th goal across all competitions for Inter Miami -becoming the first player in franchise history to reach triple digits.
The forward achieved the 100-goal milestone in just 115 appearances for the Herons. His scoring record spans four campaigns:
| Season | Goals |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 23 |
| 2025 | 43 |
| 2026 | 23 (to date) |
The final also marked a triumphant debut for newly appointed Inter Miami manager Cristian “Kily” González, who kicked off his managerial tenure by instantly claiming silverware.
Redefining the Franchise
Messi’s arrival in South Florida marked a complete shift in Inter Miami’s sporting trajectory. Prior to his signing, the club had never won an official title; since his arrival, the Herons have lifted a major trophy in every single calendar year:
- 2023: Leagues Cup
- 2024: MLS Supporters’ Shield
- 2025: MLS Cup
- 2026: Campeones Cup
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The Campeones Cup victory also represents the organization’s inaugural trophy celebration at Nu Stadium.
Combined with his previous achievements – including 10 LaLiga titles and four UEFA Champions League crowns with Barcelona, two Ligue 1 titles at Paris Saint-Germain, alongside the Copa América and 2022 FIFA World Cup with Argentina – Messi’s overall career title count now stands at 48.
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