Messi scores, Inter Miami tops NYCFC 3-2
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Lionel Messi is all set to feature for Argentina in the upcoming international break, where the World Cup champions take on Mauritania and Zambia in friendlies in Buenos Aires.
Lionel Messi is closer than ever to being officially crowned as football’s free-kick king. Messi was on the scoresheet for Inter Miami as they came from behind to beat New York City FC 3-2
LIONEL MESSI scored a free-kick as Inter Miami won 3-2 at New York City on Sunday night. But several fans watching on at home seemed more preoccupied by a wire that appeared to be on the pitch.
With his goal for Inter Miami against New York City FC, Lionel Messi climbed in the all-time ranking for most free kicks scored, with Cristiano Ronaldo in contention, as well.
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Lionel Messi overtakes Pelé in all-time free-kick goals list; Juninho, the only man ahead of him
Messi has moved ahead of Pelé in all-time free-kick goals, reaching 71 and trailing Juninho's 77.