Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi named MLS Player of the Month

The Argentine superstar No. 10 had six goals and four assists (10 goal contributions) in April despite playing in just four matches. This remarkable offensive output guided the Herons to a 3W-0L-1D record and the Supporters’ Shield lead. They also pace MLS in points per game (1.91), goals scored (26) and goal differential (+10).

The 2022 FIFA World Cup champion and eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s 16 goal contributions (9g/7a) after his first seven games of the 2024 season are the most ever, surpassing previous record holders Thierry Henry (13 in 2012) and Carlos Vela (13 in 2019).

Messi becomes Miami’s second Player of the Month of the 2024 season after fellow FC Barcelona legend Luis Suárez took the honors for February/March. He’s now a 10-time Player of the Month winner over his iconic career, capturing eight with Barcelona and one with Paris Saint-Germain to add to this latest recognition.

MLS Player of the Month is voted upon by a panel of select national media members in a process conducted by MLS Communications.