Messi’s hat trick against Nashville follows his performance off the bench against the New England Revolution on Oct. 19, 2024, three days after his 10th international hat trick for Argentina in a World Cup qualifier against Boliva on Oct. 16, 2024. Yeah, two in one week.

Lionel Messi netted his second career MLS hat trick, leading Inter Miami to a dominant 5-2 victory over Nashville SC. Messi's three goals, including two from outside the box, secured the win and extended his league-leading scoring tally.

Head coach Javier Mascherano confirmed Lionel Messi will be available for Inter Miami's final 2025 MLS regular season clash with Nashville SC on Saturday.

Lionel Messi has contributed to more goals in the 2025 Major League Soccer season than 11 teams have scored in the league.