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Messi is under hot discussion at 8.7 points! The substitute is the key: two consecutive goals to help reverse, and heel assists to show off his skills

11:43pm, 17 August 2025【Football】

After experiencing the test of missing two games due to injury, Messi returned on August 17 and appeared as a substitute, helping Miami International defeat Los Angeles Galaxy 3-1 at home. Although Messi's physical condition has not recovered to his best, he still showed the world his irreplaceable charm of the King of Football with goals and assists at critical moments.

Due to injury problems, Messi missed the team's first two games. In this game, he was arranged as a substitute in case of another injury. It was not until the 68th minute of the second half that Messi appeared on the field and quickly showed his huge influence on the game.

In the 68th minute, Messi's exquisite straight pass created an excellent single-shot opportunity for his teammate Suarez. Although Suarez's shot was saved by the opponent's goalkeeper and failed to change the score, Messi's vision and precise pass are undoubtedly sighing.

As the game time goes by, Messi no longer waits for his teammates to perform. In the 84th minute, Messi quickly broke through two defensive players after DePaul's pass, and kicked without hesitation at the top of the penalty area. A precise long shot helped Miami International overtake the score 2-1. As the game was approaching the end, in the 89th minute, Messi received the ball with his back in front of the penalty area and cleverly passed it to Suarez with his heel. The latter calmly faced the goalkeeper and sent the ball into the net, locking the victory for Miami International, and finally defeating his opponent 3-1.

Messi demonstrated unparalleled skills with a goal and an assist in the game in 45 minutes. Especially in just five minutes, he created two consecutive goals opportunities, showing his huge influence on the court.

Although Messi's performance was remarkable, he only scored 8.7 points after the game, becoming the focus of discussion. The question of whether to give a higher score compared to Messi's performance in the second half has still sparked widespread discussions from the outside world.

Messi's successful comeback undoubtedly injected more confidence into Miami International. In the next CNY Cup knockout match, the team will face Mexico's Tigers. Messi's comeback makes the team's dream of winning more firmly, and Miami International will continue to pursue the honors of various competitions under his leadership.