Messi Breaks Giovinco’s MLS Record In Style, Makes History

Lionel Messi added another historic feather to his cap on Saturday night, breaking Sebastian Giovinco’s long-standing Major League Soccer record and cementing his place as the fastest player in league history to reach 50-plus goals and assists combined.

The Inter Miami captain delivered a vintage performance in his team’s 4-2 victory over Toronto FC, scoring one goal and providing two assists.

With that haul, Messi now boasts 59 goals and 41 assists from just 64 MLS appearances — a blistering pace that eclipsed the mark previously held by the former Toronto forward Giovinco.

The record underscores not only Messi’s enduring brilliance but also his seamless adaptation to American soccer since joining Inter Miami from Paris Saint-Germain a few years ago. The 2022 World Cup winner and eight-time Ballon d’Or recipient has been the heartbeat of the Florida club, lifting them to new heights with his playmaking and lethal finishing.

The goal was particularly special: it pushed his extraordinary career totals to 907 goals and 410 assists across all competitions. Fans at DRV PNK Stadium erupted as Messi orchestrated the comeback win, first setting up teammates with pinpoint passes before calmly finding the net himself.

While Giovinco’s original record was seen as a benchmark for attacking excellence in MLS, Messi’s achievement serves as a reminder that even at 37, the Argentine magician continues to redefine what’s possible. Inter Miami now look poised for a deep playoff run, with their No. 10 in world-beating form.