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Messi's First MLS Hat Trick, Inter Miami Beat New England 6-2 to Set Points Record

Oct 20, 2024, 12:07 AM

Inter Miami defeated the New England Revolution 6-2 in the final match of the 2024 MLS regular season, breaking the league's single-season points record with 74 points, surpassing the previous record held by New England. Lionel Messi, coming off the bench in the 58th minute, scored his first MLS hat trick in just 12 minutes, becoming Inter Miami's all-time leading goal scorer with 33 goals, surpassing Leo Campana. This was Messi's second consecutive hat trick, following one earlier in the week. Luis Suarez contributed a brace and assisted Messi's third goal with a remarkable pass. With this victory, Inter Miami secured the best record in MLS history, won the Supporters' Shield, and qualified for the FIFA Club World Cup as the host country's representative, following an outstanding 34-match MLS campaign.