Messi Surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Inter Miami Brace originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lionel Messi scores another brace for Inter Miami in the MLS as the Herons defeated the New York Red Bulls 5-1.

With his brace, Messi set the record for the most consecutive matches scoring two goals in the MLS. He surpassed the mark previously held by Carlos Vela with LAFC. This achievement underscores the impressive season Leo is having, leading Inter Miami's results.

On Saturday, the 38-year-old Messi scored his sixth brace in seven games for Inter Miami as they beat the New York Red Bulls 5–1, but it was the mark he set in the matchup that brought Ronaldo into the conversation.