Messi Dominates MLS, Chases Playoff Berth and Potential Contract Extension

As of September 27, 2025, Lionel Messi has been dominating Major League Soccer (MLS) with his stellar performances for Inter Miami. The Argentinian superstar currently leads the league in goals (24) and goal contributions (37), fueling his bid to become the first player in MLS history to win consecutive MVP awards.

Inter Miami has already clinched a berth in the MLS Cup playoffs, sitting five points behind the Philadelphia Union for the Supporters' Shield lead with five matches remaining in the season. All eyes will be on Messi as he looks to guide his team to a potential championship in the coming weeks.

In other news, Inter Miami's legendary midfielder Sergio Busquets has announced his retirement from the club at the end of the 2025 MLS season. Busquets, who was the first former FC Barcelona star to join Messi at Inter Miami, won the World Cup with Spain in 2010.

As for Messi's future with the Argentina national team, the 38-year-old has yet to declare whether he will play in the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Messi has stated that his age makes it "the most logical" that he won't make the squad, but he remains excited and motivated to potentially represent his country one last time.