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Messi's Impact in Miami: The Leagues Cup and MLS Prospects

Inter Miami&#8217;s victory in the Leagues Cup final was nothing short of thrilling, as the match was decided by an intense penalty shootout that saw both teams taking eleven penalties each. Lionel Messi opened the scoring for Inter Miami, continuing his impressive streak since joining the MLS team.
The match ended in a draw, but Inter Miami secured the trophy by winning the penalty shootout. Despite being the favorites going into the match with odds of -115 on the money line, they did not cash outright tickets. 
The impact of Messi&#8217;s arrival in MLS cannot be understated. The Argentinian superstar&#8217;s move was met with skepticism by some, with many wondering whether he would be able to lift an underperforming Inter Miami team. Messi has proven himself again, helping his team defeat some of the best clubs in the League Cup.
Looking ahead to the rest of the MLS season, the presence of Messi adds an exciting element to the league. It would be a remarkable achievement if he can continue his impressive form and help Inter Miami secure a playoff spot. While it might be a stretch to expect a commissioner&#8217;s exemption for Inter Miami, anything is possible with Messi on the team.
As the MLS season progresses, all eyes will be on Messi and Inter Miami to see if they can keep up the momentum from their Leagues Cup victory. Regardless of the outcome, Messi&#8217;s impact on the league is already apparent, and he will surely be a key figure in the second half of the season.
Teams will continue to battle for points and playoff spots, with Messi and Inter Miami adding to the excitement and intrigue of the league.
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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami put together a performance for the ages over the weekend and captured the MLS League Cup. SportsGrid highlights the performance.

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