Lionel Messi leads MLS goals and assists charts after another impressive run with Inter Miami during the 2026 season. The Argentine superstar currently has 18 goals and 13 assists in MLS competition. Those numbers give Messi 31 direct goal contributions this season.
Petar Musa matches Messi’s 18 goals for FC Dallas, but Messi holds the advantage through his superior assist tally. Messi recently produced another standout performance against Chicago Fire on September 9. He assisted Casemiro during Inter Miami’s 1-1 draw at Soldier Field.
That assist further strengthened Messi’s position among the league’s leading creators. His consistency has also kept Inter Miami firmly involved in the Eastern Conference race. Earlier, Messi delivered four goals and one assist during Miami’s 7-1 victory over CF Montréal. That performance helped him reach 18 league goals. The four-goal display marked Messi’s first MLS match with four regular-season goals.
He also became the fastest player to record 20 multi-goal games. Meanwhile, Messi reached another remarkable milestone after producing multiple contributions against Atlanta United. He became the first player with 30 contributions across three MLS campaigns.
At 39, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner continues producing elite numbers in North American football. His latest performances have strengthened his MVP credentials.
Messi’s leadership extends beyond scoring, with his creativity giving Miami another attacking dimension. His partnership with Luis Suárez remains important for the club.
For now, Lionel Messi leads MLS goals and assists rankings while chasing another major individual honour. His form could prove decisive as Inter Miami approaches the crucial final stretch of the regular season.
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