Messi on the verge of history: One goal away from 900 career goals
Messi is just one goal away from reaching 900 career goals, but will not feature against Charlotte FC.
Lionel Messi needs only one goal to reach 900 in his career, a milestone only surpassed by Cristiano Ronaldo. However the Argentine superstar will not get to that milestone against Charlotte FC on Saturday, having been rested for the match-up.
North Carolina is set for a big night as Charlotte FC hosts Inter Miami in a clash where both teams want to climb the Eastern Conference standings. For Miami, the stakes are high as they defend their title in the United States.
Inter Miami on the rise
Inter Miami enters the game with 6 points, gradually finding their rhythm after losing their season opener against LAFC. Since then, they’ve won against Orlando City in the Clásico del Sol and DC United, with Messi scoring in both victories. Fans hope that the Inter Miami captain will soon score the long-awaited 900th goal of his illustrious career.
he North Carolina side arrives with 4 points, after a draw with St. Louis City, a tough loss to LA Galaxy, and a recent win over Austin FC. They’re heading into the match on a hot streak.
Messi, one goal from 900
Messi currently has 899 career goals:
- 672 with Barcelona
- 32 with PSG
- 80 with Inter Miami
- 115 with the Argentina national team
As he edges closer to this milestone, comparisons with Cristiano Ronaldo are inevitable. Ronaldo currently has 965 goals, but he has nearly two more years of play than Messi, the Argentine captain.
This season so far
In the current MLS season, Messi has 3 goals and 3 assists across 3 games, making the 900th goal seem imminent. All eyes will be on the Inter Miami captain, who is also looking to arrive in top form for the World Cup.
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