Lionel Messi Gears Up for Trophy No.47

The MLS Cup is the ultimate Major League Soccer prize that Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are aiming for. The Herons enter the playoffs as the top-seeded team, driven by their goals of creating even more history after a historic season in which they won their first-ever Supporters’ Shield and finished with the best record and most points in a single season.

Messi, who has struggled with injuries this season, has been a game-changer for Inter Miami, tallying 20 goals and dishing out 16 assists in just 19 games. His play has solidified his place in the running for the league’s MVP award, showcasing his unmatched impact on the field for the Florida-based squad.

Messi is still incredibly driven and focused on winning the MLS Cup, which would be his 47th career championship. Messi said he was excited for the playoffs at a recent appearance at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, where he celebrated the release of a superhero-themed toy in his likeness:

“We will try as we have been trying all this year. I think we are prepared and very excited for this moment… we will fight to try to get it.”