Lionel Messi makes history as he leads Inter Miami to their first-ever trophy

Just a month into his spell at Inter Miami, Lionel Messi is already showing North America what he is capable of.

Last night in Tennesse, the Argentine international starred in the Leagues Cup final, helping Inter Miami secure the first title in the club’s history.

Messi scored the opener as Inter Miami beat Nashville on penalties, after drawing 1-1 at full-time. It was a tense game for both sides, but the visitors came out as victors after a nervy shootout.

Messi finished the Leagues Cup campaign with ten goals in seven matches, becoming the best performer of the tournament.

Most successful player in history

Following the Leagues Cup triumph, Messi now also has 44 titles to his name between 2003 to 2023. This makes him the most decorated player in the history of football.

During his sprawling career, Messi has four Champions League and ten La Liga titles, among others. The footballer earlier confirmed that his biggest achievement was winning the FIFA World Cup last year.

Although the Leagues Cup might not be up there with all these titles, it certainly marks a positive start to his career at Inter Miami.

Meanwhile, on an individual level, Messi has also recorded 35 goals in finals, more than any other player in the history of football.

The closest competitor for the Argentine is Pele with 31 goals. Cristiano Ronaldo is a distant third with 22 goals, followed by Neymar with 21 goals.

Following his success in the Leagues Cup, Lionel Messi will hope to continue his performances in the ongoing MLS campaign, where Inter Miami have had an awful record.

Inter Miami are currently reeling in 15th position in Eastern Conference, with just five wins on the board.

Whether or not that will change following the arrival of Leo Messi remains to be seen.