Leo Messi — season analysis
Chances tend to pass through Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini (Argentina) — the Inter Miami (MLS) midfielder shapes much of his side's attacking play in 2026/27. At 38, he brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
His ledger reads 18 goals plus 10 assists from 20 matches, 28 direct contributions in all. That comes across 1,700 minutes on the pitch, or 0.95 goals per 90 minutes and 1.48 goal involvements per 90. He has started 19 of those matches. Those 18 goals place him top of the MLS scoring charts on this site.
He creates chances too, with 55 key passes and 80% passing accuracy. He has attempted 81 shots (56% finding the frame) and converts 22% of them. In one-on-ones he completes 49% of his dribbles.
He wins 46% of his duels. 1 of his goals have come from the penalty spot. Disciplinary record this season: 3 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 25.2, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
Our records track Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini back to the 2010/11 season across 11 campaigns. In that time he has scored 374 league goals in the competitions we cover, with his best return of 50 coming in 2011/12.