Messi set two new Major League Soccer records with his feat. In the number of assists per match, but also in the total number of goals in one match. In short, no one in MLS scored six goals or assists in a single match. Until Messi came along.
“All the goals were crucial to the game, but Leo did something historic today,” said Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino. “But I can’t forget Suárez’s three goals and Rojas’ two goals. Rojas’ first goal was amazing. But because of Leo’s technique with the assist, I will choose Luis Suárez’s scissor goal as my favorite,” choosing which goal he liked the most from Saturday’s show.
“Football is easier with Lee. Of course we know each other and sometimes you can see that we know where the other is and we do things without actually having to look at each other. It’s good for the team,” said Suárez after the match. Together, the star duo lead the MLS scoring charts with 10 goals each. The Argentine recorded 13 assists, Suárez five.
“Today, the combination of Messi and Luis in the second half worked well, just like in the old days at Barcelona. When they find each other, the team can support them in the game, and when we find space, they have a big impact on the game,” coach Martino mentioned.
Miami is currently first overall in the Eastern Conference of the North American MLS, with 24 points after 12 games. However, second-placed Cincinnati, which is three points behind, has a game to spare.
