Messi receives Golden Boot, Garber says he 'reset MLS trajectory'
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi was presented his Major League Soccer Golden Boot Award by Commissioner Don Garber during a ceremony before the game
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Lionel Messi received the 2025 MLS Golden Boot trophy before leading Inter Miami CF to a convincing 3-1 playoff victory against Nashville SC. MLS Commissioner Don Garber presented the award, emphasizing Messi's transformative impact on the league after scoring 29 goals in 28 games.
The ceremony came after Messi's recent three-year contract extension with Inter Miami, which will keep him in the league through 2028. Garber praised Messi's exceptional contribution, stating that the player has dramatically changed Major League Soccer's direction. Messi's 2024 achievements have been outstanding, including winning the Golden Boot and co-leading in assists with 19.
He is expected to win his second consecutive league MVP award, which would make him the first MLS player to achieve this. Since joining Inter Miami in July 2023, Messi has transformed the club, leading them to victory in the Leagues Cup and securing the 2024 Supporters' Shield.
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