Messi claims second straight MLS Golden Boot with 26 goals

Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi clinches his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot today with 26 goals, becoming the first player to win back-to-back awards. The Argentine maestro didn't score in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Charlotte but assisted the first two goals as Miami secured second place in the Eastern Conference and home-field advantage for the first two playoff rounds.

Dallas forward Petar Musa finished second on 22 goals after failing to score in his side's 3-1 win over Colorado. Miami's playoff journey starts at home, giving Messi—who has 16 assists alongside his 26 goals—a prime platform to chase the MLS Cup.

For Nigerian football fans, Messi's continued dominance at 39 reinforces his GOAT status and boosts MLS visibility on Nigerian streaming platforms. The league's growing star power—with Messi, Suárez, Busquets, and Alba—makes it a legitimate alternative to European leagues for late-night viewing.

Will you tune in for Miami's home playoff opener, or does European football still own your weekends?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/08/messi-sets-new-record-wins-second-straight-mls-golden-boot/