Football legend Lionel Messi has achieved another unmatched milestone in his illustrious career, reaching 400 career assists for club and country. The Lionel Messi 400 Assists landmark was sealed during Inter Miami’s dominant 4-0 victory over Nashville SC in the MLS Cup playoffs on Sunday, securing a spot for the Herons in the Eastern Conference semifinals for the first time in club history.
The historic 400th assist came in the 76th minute of the match. Messi delivered a precise, defense-splitting through ball to teammate Tadeo Allende, who chipped the keeper for his second goal of the night. This pivotal moment adds another layer to Messi’s legacy, further confirming his status not just as a prolific goalscorer, but as the greatest playmaker in the modern era of the sport.
The 38-year-old’s masterclass extended beyond playmaking; he also scored a brace in the first half of the do-or-die fixture. His two goals pushed his own staggering career tally to 894, bringing him closer to the 900-goal mark. His career assists are distributed across his legendary career: 269 for Barcelona, 60 for Argentina, 34 for PSG, and 37 for Inter Miami.
The Lionel Messi 400 Assists achievement further distinguishes him as the only active player to reach this incredible mark. His consistency in generating goals both scoring and creating highlights his unparalleled longevity and genius. This historic night propelled Inter Miami deeper into the MLS Cup quest, proving that the Argentine star remains a clutch performer when it matters most.
