Messi scores twice as Inter Miami beats Atletico San Luis 4-2 in Leagues Cup

MIAMI — Lionel Messi continued his goalscoring form after the 2026 World Cup, scoring twice and assisting another goal as Inter Miami defeated Mexico's Atletico San Luis 4-2 in the Leagues Cup on Wednesday. The Argentine forward's brace took his professional career goal tally to 921. Messi returned to club action following Argentina's run to the World Cup final, where the team lost to Spain and finished as runner-up. Captaining the national side, Messi scored eight goals and provided four assists during the tournament. The Leagues Cup match gave Messi an early opportunity to resume his scoring rhythm with Inter Miami after the international break. No further details were immediately available on upcoming fixtures.