*The Argentine superstar scores two goals and sets up two more in a dominant 4-0 victory over Nashville, ensuring his team advances with authority.*
In a performance that reminded everyone of his otherworldly talent, Lionel Messi single-handedly propelled Inter Miami to a resounding 4-0 playoff victory over Nashville SC on Saturday. The Argentine icon was in devastating form, scoring two goals and setting up two more for his compatriot Tadeo Allende to seal the series and keep Miami’s championship hopes alive.
From the opening whistle, Messi was on a mission. He settled a deflected ball in the 10th minute, surged toward the box, and fired a left-footed shot into the corner to give Miami an early lead. Just before halftime, he doubled the advantage with another precise left-footed strike, this time set up by a clever pass from 19-year-old rookie Mateo Silvetti.
With Nashville struggling to contain the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, Messi then turned playmaker. In a devastating seven-minute span late in the game, he first combined with Jordi Alba to set up Allende for a simple tap-in, before lofting a perfect long pass that Allende expertly chipped over the goalkeeper.
The comprehensive win exorcised the demons of recent early playoff exits for Miami and was achieved even without star striker Luis Suarez, who was serving a suspension. The victory sets up a tantalizing second-round clash against FC Cincinnati, who themselves came from behind to defeat Columbus.
On a night where his team needed a leader, Messi didn’t just show up—he put on a masterclass, proving once again that when he shines, Inter Miami is a force to be reckoned with.
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