Lionel Messi continues to make history, reaching another remarkable milestone with Inter Miami following a masterclass performance in their 7–1 demolition of CF Montreal. Inter Miami returned to winning ways with a 7–1 demolition of CF Montreal. Once again, Lionel Messi delivered a masterclass performance, reaching another incredible milestone with his club. In Matchday 22 of the 2026 MLS season, Inter Miami hosted CF Montreal needing a victory after a five-game winless streak across all competitions (MLS and Leagues Cup). Fortunately for the Herons, the players understood the assignment, crushing the Canadian side 7–1 as Lionel Messi shone with a four-goal display. Lionel Messi makes Inter Miami history with four-goal performance vs. CF Montréal When Inter Miami needed him most, Lionel Messi stepped up. The team’s captain put on a brilliant performance against CF Montreal, scoring four goals and adding an assist in the resounding victory. Messi erupted in Miami against Montreal! 😤4 goals and an assist to takeover the Golden Boot pres. by Audi lead. pic.twitter.com/5N4NFTrmDm— Major League Soccer (@MLS) August 30, 2026 By scoring four goals, Lionel Messi became the first player in Inter Miami history to achieve a four-goal haul in a single match. While the franchise has featured exceptional strikers, it was the veteran Argentine who became the first to reach the milestone. Amid a recent coaching transition, Lionel Messi continues to prove he can carry Inter Miami in their playoff push, keeping the club near the top of the regular season standings to secure a favorable seeding for the postseason.