Lionel Messi Scores 899th Goal as Inter Miami Edge DC United

Inter Miami's Messi moves closer to 900 goals

Argentine superstar scores his third goal of the season, lifting Inter Miami to 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. Lionel Messi's 80th goal for Miami takes his career tally to 899, as Inter Miami defeats DC United.

Messi's delicate chip secures 2-1 win for Inter Miami over DC United, moving him one goal shy of 900...

Lionel Messi scored his 899th career goal, helping Inter Miami secure a 2-1 win over DC United at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. The Argentine superstar's goal came in the 27th minute, a deft chipped finish over DC United's goalkeeper Sean Johnson, after a sublime through ball from Mateo Silvetti.

This goal marks Messi's third of the season and leaves him just one goal shy of reaching the 900-goal milestone. Messi has scored 672 goals for Barcelona, 32 for Paris Saint-Germain, and 115 international goals for Argentina, with his 80th goal for Inter Miami.

Inter Miami took an early lead through Rodrigo De Paul's superb curling shot in the 17th minute. DC United rallied in the second half, with Tai Baribo scoring in the 75th minute, but Inter Miami held on to secure the win.

Lionel Messi is just one goal away from reaching the 900-goal milestone, with his 80th goal for Miami taking his career tally to 899. The Argentine superstar has been in incredible form, and this latest strike is a testament to his enduring skill.

Messi's goalscoring record is staggering: 672 for Barcelona, 32 at Paris Saint-Germain, and 115 international goals for Argentina. And he's showing no signs of slowing down, with this latest goal helping Miami move up to third place in the Eastern Conference standings with six points from three games.

Inter Miami got off to a great start, taking the lead in the 17th minute thanks to Rodrigo De Paul's superb curling shot from the edge of the area. De Paul, Messi's Argentina teammate, delivered a brilliant performance, and his goal set the tone for the rest of the match.

Three points secured 💪💗 pic.twitter.com/hVYu4fVKwa

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) March 7, 2026

Messi then doubled Miami's lead 10 minutes later, showcasing his incredible skill with a sublime first-time finish over DC United goalkeeper Sean Johnson. Mateo Silvetti's precise through ball set up the perfect opportunity for Messi, who chipped the ball into the net with ease, bringing his career tally to 899 goals.

DC United mounted a strong comeback after half-time, and hopes were raised when Tai Baribo scored in the 75th minute to pull the score back to 2-1. Despite the late surge, Inter Miami held firm in the closing stages, defending well to secure the win.

The victory wasn't easy, but Miami's defense stood strong, allowing them to seal the three points.