Lionel Messi scores his 10th goal in seven games as Inter Miami beat Nashville SC to win the Leagues Cup.
Lionel Messi was hailed as the "best in the world" as he scored a 10th goal in seven games to help his Inter Miami side to their first trophy.
The 36-year-old Argentinian fired into the top corner from outside the box to give Miami the lead against Nashville SC in the Leagues Cup final.Miami sealed a 10-9 shootout win when Drake Callender saved Nashville goalkeeper Elliot Panicco's spot-kick.Messi arrived last monthThey are now unbeaten in seven games on their way to winning the Leagues Cup, a tournament featuring MLS and Mexican Liga MX clubs.
Co-owner David Beckham said the former Barcelona trio were instrumental in the club's change in fortunes: "It is like a movie, you watch these players play and, emotionally, everything about their play is beautiful.""We are making a solid team - and then we have Leo, who makes a difference because he's the best in the world."
The win also meant seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi - who was named player of the tournament - has now won 44 trophies, more than any other player.
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