Argentine football legend Lionel Messi achieved a milestone by scoring his 900th goal in top-level play during Inter Miami’s Concacaf Champions Cup match against Nashville SC. This historic goal came in the seventh minute of the game at Geodis Park, making Messi only the second player ever to reach this remarkable feat. Additionally, Messi has now scored a total of eight goals in the Concacaf Champions Cup, with a total of 10 direct goal contributions for Inter Miami CF.
Messi’s achievement places him alongside his long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo, who also reached the 900-goal mark in his career. Both players, who have collectively won the Ballon d’Or 13 times, stand as the only individuals in men’s football history to achieve this milestone. Notably, Ronaldo reached this milestone after scoring for Portugal against Croatia in September 2024.
Throughout his illustrious career, the 38-year-old Argentine striker has showcased his goal-scoring prowess for clubs like FC Barcelona, Paris St-Germain, and the Argentine national team. Messi has clinched the Ballon d’Or title eight times and holds various records, including the fastest player to reach 100 Champions League goals in just 123 matches. Despite Messi’s historic goal, Inter Miami was unable to advance in the Concacaf Champions Cup as Nashville SC secured a spot in the quarterfinals on the away goals rule.
Nashville SC’s victory over Inter Miami marks a significant achievement for the MLS club, setting a new club record in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The team now eagerly awaits the outcome of the Club America and Philadelphia Union series to determine their next opponent.
