Inter Miami won the first trophy in its short history and Lionel Messi stood out on and off the pitch after the League Cup final (1-1 and 10-9 on penalties with Nashville).

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The world champion sought out DeAndre Yedlin, the team captain, before the Argentine’s arrival, put a bandage on his arm and insisted he lift the trophy with him.

Know:

  • Lionel Messi scored 10 goals in 7 matches for Inter Miami: the top scorer of the League Cup, the Argentinian was named the best player of the competition.
  • This is the first trophy won by Inter Miami, founded in 2018.
  • Lionel Messi won his 44th trophy in his career and is the most decorated player in the history of football.