In an electrifying display of football brilliance, Lionel Messi once again proved why he is one of the greatest players of all time. During Inter Miami’s latest MLS clash against Toronto FC, the Argentine maestro delivered an astonishing hat-trick in just five minutes, leading his team to a dominant 6-1 victory at DRV PNK Stadium.
First Half: A Balanced Start
The match began with both teams showing attacking intent. Toronto FC looked well-organized and even managed a few early chances, forcing Miami’s goalkeeper Drake Callender into action. However, Inter Miami gradually found their rhythm, with Messi orchestrating play from midfield.
In the 24th minute, Miami took the lead with a well-placed strike from Luis Suárez, who connected beautifully with a low cross from Jordi Alba. Toronto responded with an equalizer in the 35th minute, as Federico Bernardeschi capitalized on a defensive error and slotted home past Callender. The teams went into halftime level at 1-1, setting the stage for Messi’s magic in the second half.
Messi’s Five-Minute Masterclass
The second half started with Inter Miami pressing high and looking to regain control. Then came Messi’s moment of brilliance, turning the game on its head with three breathtaking goals in quick succession.
- 49th Minute – First Goal: Messi received a pass from Sergio Busquets just outside the box, danced past two defenders, and fired a stunning left-footed strike into the bottom corner, leaving Toronto’s goalkeeper with no chance.
- 51st Minute – Second Goal: Just two minutes later, Messi capitalized on a defensive mistake. After intercepting a misplaced back pass, he rounded the keeper and calmly slotted the ball into an empty net, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
- 54th Minute – Third Goal: Completing his hat-trick in style, Messi connected with a perfectly lofted pass from Suárez, controlling the ball with his first touch and volleying it past the helpless keeper. It was a vintage Messi finish—elegant, precise, and ruthless.
With his third goal, Messi secured the fastest hat-trick of his career, etching yet another milestone into football history.
Inter Miami Runs Riot
Now trailing 4-1, Toronto struggled to recover. Miami continued to dominate possession, and in the 67th minute, Suárez added his second goal of the night after another Messi assist. The Argentine maestro wasn’t just scoring—he was creating opportunities for his teammates as well.
Miami’s final goal came in the 82nd minute, when Robert Taylor latched onto a well-timed pass from Alba and curled a beautiful shot into the top corner, sealing the 6-1 rout.
