Messi scores 100th goal for Inter Miami to clinch Campeones Cup
Lionel Messi nets his 100th Inter Miami goal in a 2-0 win over Cruz Azul, securing the Campeones Cup for his team.
Key Takeaways
AIArgentine star Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal for Inter Miami during his team's 2-0 victory over Cruz Azul, securing the Campeones Cup in a match that saw standout performances from the team’s leaders.
Messi opened the scoring in the 24th minute with a header, finishing a cross from teammate Luis Suárez. The goal marked his 100th for Inter Miami in his 115th appearance across all competitions.
The scenario echoed a previous encounter between the two sides, as Messi had also scored his first-ever goal for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul in July 2023, netting a stoppage-time free kick to seal a 2-1 win.
Brazilian midfielder Casemiro added Inter Miami’s second goal in the 81st minute, heading in from a Messi corner. It was Casemiro’s fourth goal—all headers—in his last five matches.
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Inter Miami’s ongoing achievements
With this victory, Inter Miami adds the Campeones Cup to its trophy cabinet, three years after Messi joined the club. The team previously won the Leagues Cup in 2023, the Supporters’ Shield in 2024, and the MLS Cup in 2025.