In a remarkable display of brilliance, Lionel Messi’s son Thiago Messi left fans stunned after scoring an incredible 11 goals in Inter Miami U-13’s 12-0 win over Atlanta United in the MLS Cup.
At just 12 years old, Thiago has already established himself as a force to be reckoned with on the pitch, making waves just like his father, Footballrover reports.
The youngster single-handedly scored 11 of his team’s 12 goals in a historic 12-0 victory, leaving the opponents with no hope of grabbing a consolation goal at least.
Lionel Messi’s son dominates in MLS Cup: double-digit goals in one game
Thiago Messi’s goals came in a stunning display of precision and composure: five goals in the first half and two separate hat tricks in the second half.
Wearing his father’s iconic No. 10 shirt, his clinical finishing was unmatched, netting goals in netting goals in the 12th, 27th, 30th, 35th, 44th, 51st, 57th, 67th, 76th, 87th, and 89th minutes.
This dominant display also saw Diego Luna Jr. adding a final goal just nine minutes before stoppage time to wrap up the game.
This overwhelming encounter left Atlanta United’s defence helpless and redefined what we expect from the son of a football legend.
This sensational performance is not just a one-off. In just five games, Lionel Messi’s son has scored 24 goals and provided 12 assists, proving that his potential is limitless.
While some may find the weight of being the child of one of the greatest footballers in history daunting, Thiago Messi is taking it in stride, letting his feet do the talking.
A Star in the making: Messi’s legacy lives on through his son
While his father, Lionel Messi, is known for his career achievements, it’s clear that Thiago is carving out his own path already.
His extraordinary talent and relentless determination signal that he may one day follow in his father’s footsteps on the global stage.
Recall that Lionel Messi, 37, had a legendary career, primarily at Barcelona, before joining Paris St-Germain and later Inter Miami.
He has won 13 league titles and four Champions League trophies. Messi also led Argentina to World Cup victory in 2022 and Copa America triumphs in 2021 and 2024.
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