Inter Miami’s maestro, Lionel Messi, has clinched the top spot as the MLS Player of the Month for April, riding on a wave of mesmerizing performances that propelled his team to an unbeaten streak.
The legendary Messi continues to amass accolades, with his recent exploits for Inter Miami catapulting him into the limelight once again. The football virtuoso, boasting eight Ballon d’Or titles, has left an indelible mark in his inaugural full season with the Fort Lauderdale outfit.
Basking in the glory of his return to full fitness, Messi’s immediate impact on the pitch has not gone unnoticed by Major League Soccer, which swiftly bestowed upon him the prestigious title of Player of the Month for April.
What were the numbers behind Messi’s MLS dominance in April, you ask? Well, brace yourselves.
The 36-year-old maestro showcased his brilliance by netting six goals and providing four assists across four scintillating encounters for Miami.
Following Messi’s triumphant return against the Colorado Rapids on April 6, after a hiatus of five weeks from MLS action, Inter Miami embarked on a remarkable unbeaten journey throughout April. From a thrilling 2-2 draw with the Rapids to triumphant victories over Sporting Kansas City, Nashville, and New England Revolution, the Herons soared to the summit of the Eastern Conference standings, three points clear of their rivals.
Messi emerged as the linchpin of Miami’s attacking display in April, directly contributing to almost every goal scored by the team, either through scoring himself or providing the decisive assist, leaving spectators in awe of his sheer brilliance.
With the Player of the Month accolade firmly secured, Messi now sets his sights on a loftier prize: the coveted 2024 MLS MVP award.
However, standing in his path is none other than his comrade and confidant, Luis Suárez, who clinched the Player of the Month titles for both February and March, intensifying the race for the season’s crowning glory.