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Chris Burton

Lionel Messi loves a Clasico! Inter Miami’s ex-Barcelona superstar posts ‘great’ message after making Orlando City his new Real Madrid in crushing Florida derby win

Ex-Barcelona star Lionel Messi still loves a Clasico and has posted a “great” message after helping Inter Miami to a derby win over Orlando City.

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  • All-time leading scorer in Barca vs Real
  • Has four goals against Orlando City
  • Local bragging rights at Chase Stadium
  • Lionel Messi Inter Miami 2024@Getty

    WHAT HAPPENED?

    The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner remains the all-time leading scorer in meetings between Barca and arch-rivals Real Madrid, with 26 efforts to his name. He now has a new rivalry to embrace after moving to the United States.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Messi bagged a brace against Orlando in a Leagues Cup clash last season, en route to capturing that title, but sat out a 1-1 MLS draw in September. He has now experienced a league meeting with Florida neighbours, and helped himself to another two goals.

  • WHAT MESSI SAID

    Luis Suarez also bagged a brace as Inter Miami ran out 5-0 winners on the day, with Tata Martino’s side enjoying a memorable outing against geographical foes at Chase Stadium. Messi was in buoyant mood afterwards, with the Argentine icon posting on social media: “Great game by all and victory in the Clasico!!!”

  • WHAT NEXT FOR MESSI?

    Inter Miami are unbeaten through their opening three games at the start of the MLS campaign, with seven points collected. Messi has three goals to his name and continues to set his sights on major silverware as the Herons compete on multiple fronts.