Lionel Messi played in the Leagues Cup final with Inter Miami

Lionel Messi played in the Leagues Cup final with Inter Miami on Saturday, August 19, 2023, against Nashville SC. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time, and Inter Miami won 10-9 in the penalty shootout. This was Inter Miami's first championship since joining MLS in 2020.

Messi scored the opening goal for Inter Miami in the 20th minute, but Nashville equalized in the 72nd minute through Hany Mukhtar. Messi had a chance to win the match in regular time, but his penalty was saved by Joe Willis.

In the penalty shootout, Inter Miami scored all 10 of their penalties, while Nashville missed two. This was Messi's first trophy in MLS, and it is a major boost for the club as they look to improve their standing in the league.