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Fakayejo Paul
Lionel Messi has hit another gear for Inter Miami, netting a staggering four direct free-kick goals in his last seven matches across Major League Soccer and cup action.
Following his latest curling beauty against Columbus Crew, the Argentine maestro has brought his tally to 76 career free-kick goals — leaving him just two goals away from equaling Marcelinho Carioca’s all-time record of 78.
Free-Kick Surge & Historical Chase
- Unstoppable Form: Messi’s set-piece brilliance over the past seven games includes a two-free-kick masterclass against CF Montréal, a set-piece strike against San Diego FC, and his recent conversion against Columbus Crew.
- The All-Time Target:With 76 goals, Messi has surpassed almost every iconic specialist in history and now sits on the threshold of breaking Marcelinho Carioca’s long-standing world record (78).
- Inter Miami Dominance: His ability to routinely convert from dead-ball scenarios continues to drive Inter Miami’s trophy pursuit during the 2026 MLS campaign.