July 26, (THEWILL) – Lionel Messi was undeniably dominant in a lopsided Inter Miami win over Atlanta United as he combined seamlessly with teammate Robert Taylor in a statement victory.
Messi scored two of Miami’s goals in the 4-0 win in the Leagues Cup, netting twice within the first 22 minutes of the match. His first goal saw him sprung by Sergio Busquets, although he did need to finish his own rebound off the post, while Taylor teed him up for his second 15 minutes later. Taylor also played a vital role, rifling a shot past Brad Guzan to make it 3-0 just before halftime before Messi returned the favour by assisting Taylor’s goal that made it 4-0.
The match’s MVP was undoubtedly Messi, who demonstrated how quickly he has changed this Miami team. It was not just his goalscoring ability but also the space he created for teammates. Taylor, in particular, was the biggest beneficiary, putting in one of his best performances in a Miami shirt, thanks to Messi’s influence.
On the other side, Atlanta had their own World Cup winner in Argentinian starlet, Thiago Almada, but he struggled to make a significant impact throughout the game. Even his late penalty attempt failed to salvage anything for Atlanta, as they were outclassed in all areas by Miami.
With this resounding victory, Miami can now look ahead to the knockout rounds, scheduled to begin during the first weekend in August. The result showed Miami’s potent attack, orchestrated by Messi and complemented by Taylor’s strong showing. As they progress in the competition, Messi’s presence is set to be a key factor in their continued success, and his ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates will be crucial in Miami’s quest for further victories.
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