Lionel Messi’s Brace in 1st Game Since International Farewell Makes You Wonder Why He Quit

On October 10, Messi’s brace showed that he was still the lethal player with the ball at his feet. The first goal came in the 47th minute when an assist from Luis Suarez allowed him to complete a close-range finish. But the legend was not done yet. The next goal was even better.

The goal that gave Messi his brace saw his quick feet and a brilliant cutback before sending the ball into the bottom corner of the net. The DC defenders never saw it coming. Messi now has 23 goals in the season and in the last 10 MLS games, has registered at least one goal contribution.

Messi’s international career may be over, but his club career is still active. His current contract with Inter Miami is until 2028. It remains to be seen what call he takes after that. At the moment, Messi has 934 career goals and is aiming to breach the 1000-goal barrier. Of course, he may not get their first, if at all, as 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo is ahead of him with 981.

The way things are, Inter Miami could be where Messi’s football career ends. He joined the club in 2023 after having played for PSG and Barcelona before that. Messi’s professional career began in 2004. He made his international debut in 2005 and called time 21 years later. How long with the club career continue? Only time will tell!

In the twilight of a great career, Messi has time and again shown that he still has what it takes. International retirement was out of choice and not necessity. When he finally does leave football for good, and one day he will, the Beautiful Game will have a big void to fill.

Lionel Messi played his last game for Argentina vs Benin on October 6.

Lionel Messi scored two goals for Inter Miami vs DC United.

Lionel Messi has scored 934 goals in his career.

Lionel Messi’s professional debut was for Barcelona in 2004.