Leo Messi — season analysis
Chances tend to pass through Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini (Argentina) — the Inter Miami (MLS) forward shapes much of his side's attacking play in 2025/26. At 38, he brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
His ledger reads 35 goals plus 23 assists from 31 matches, 58 direct contributions in all. That comes across 2,978 minutes on the pitch, or 1.06 goals per 90 minutes and 1.75 goal involvements per 90. He has started 29 of those matches. Those 35 goals place him top of the MLS scoring charts on this site.
He creates chances too, with 103 key passes. He has attempted 118 shots (68% finding the frame) and converts 30% of them. In one-on-ones he completes 50% of his dribbles.
He wins 50% of his duels. 1 of his goals have come from the penalty spot. Disciplinary record this season: 4 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 43.8, 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 391 league goals in the competitions we cover, with his best return of 50 coming in 2011/12.
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