Lionel Messi continues to dominate MLS after an incredible statistic revealed that his 27 goal contributions since the start of May were more than the total goals scored by 13 teams in the league during the same period.
Unbelievable Messi Stat: One Player Does What 13 MLS Teams Could Not
Lionel Messi has produced another unbelievable MLS statistic, achieving something that 13 entire teams in the league could not match.
Despite being in the later years of his career, the Inter Miami superstar continues to deliver extraordinary numbers.
According to Opta data, Messi was directly involved in 27 MLS goals in just 16 matches from the beginning of May, scoring 16 goals and providing 11 assists.
Messi beats 13 MLS teams on his own
The most remarkable part of the statistic is that Messi’s 27 direct goal contributions were more than the total number of goals scored by 13 MLS teams during the same period.
In other words, one player was involved in more goals than almost half of the teams in the league managed to score.
His 16 goals and 11 assists also show that Messi has remained dangerous both as a scorer and creator.
Messi continues incredible run
The statistic became even more impressive after Inter Miami’s latest match against New York City FC.
Miami secured a 2-0 victory, with Germán Berterame opening the scoring before Rodrigo De Paul added the second.
Messi provided the assist for De Paul’s goal just before half-time.
The Argentine found his teammate outside the penalty area before De Paul fired a powerful finish into the top corner.
Another assist added to Messi’s season
The assist against NYCFC was Messi’s 14th of the 2026 MLS regular season.
It also extended his impressive run of direct goal contributions.
Messi has now recorded at least one goal or assist in 11 consecutive MLS matches.
That run once again shows how important he remains to Inter Miami’s attack.
Important clarification over the statistic
The original comparison with 13 MLS teams was calculated before the NYCFC match.
At that stage, Messi had 27 direct goal contributions in 16 league games since the beginning of May.
His latest assist has increased his personal total, but other MLS teams have also played more matches.
For that reason, the confirmed comparison should still be quoted as 27 goal contributions against 13 teams until updated Opta data is available.
Inter Miami secure playoff place
The victory over NYCFC was also important for Inter Miami’s season.
The 2-0 win officially secured their place in the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs.
It will be the club’s third consecutive appearance in the postseason.
Messi’s latest assist therefore helped Miami move one step closer to another possible MLS Cup challenge.
Messi remains Inter Miami’s key man
Inter Miami have several experienced stars, but Messi continues to be their most influential attacking player.
His ability to score, create chances and produce decisive moments has been crucial throughout the season.
Even when he does not score himself, one pass can completely change a match.
The assist for De Paul against NYCFC was another example of his quality.
Another incredible Messi statistic
Messi has spent his career producing numbers that often seem impossible.
He did it for Barcelona, Argentina and Paris Saint-Germain, and he continues to do the same in the United States.
Since the beginning of May, Messi produced 27 direct goal contributions in 16 MLS matches, more than 13 entire teams scored during the same period.
And after adding another assist against NYCFC, the Inter Miami superstar is showing no signs of slowing down.
