Messi opened his goal account in 2025 with a goal after a precise pass from Suarez

On January 19, Lionel Messi scored his first goal in 2025 in a friendly match between his team, Inter Miami, and Mexican club America.

In this match, Messi, who is the leader of the attacks of the team from Florida, distinguished himself in the first half, converting a precise strike after a great assist from his former Barcelona teammate Luis Suarez. This moment became significant not only for Messi himself, but also for the fans of both teams, as it was the Argentine’s first goal of the new year.

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The match ended in a 2-2 draw, and Inter Miami won the penalty shootout 3-2.

Last year, the team from Florida became the winner of the Eastern Conference, but failed to advance further in the playoffs, losing to Atlanta United.