With the game tied 1-1 in the 70th minute, Lionel Messi found Rodrigo De Paul near the Vancouver Whitecaps’ box, and the Argentine midfielder scored the goal that restored Inter Miami‘s lead in the 2025 MLS Cup final. Then, Messi delivered another assist — this time to Tadeo Allende — to seal the Herons’ title.

Inter Miami entered the 2025 MLS Cup final as clear favorites over Vancouver Whitecaps. Nevertheless, the game was not easy at all for Lionel Messi’s side… until the Argentine captain appeared.

Rodrigo De Paul‘s first goal with Inter Miami could not have arrived at a better moment. The 2022 World Cup champion said he wanted to win more titles alongside Messi, and he now contributed toward that goal.

Lionel Messi’s two assists in 2025 MLS Cup final give Inter Miami the title

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