Messi Leads Argentina to 6–0 Win Over Puerto Rico

Lionel Messi played the full match as Argentina crushed Puerto Rico 6–0 in a friendly on Oct 14, 2025.

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Messi didn’t score but delivered two assists — for Montiel and Lautaro Martínez.

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Alexis Mac Allister struck twice in the 14th and 36th minutes.

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Lautaro Martínez added a late brace (79’, 84’).

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Gonzalo Montiel scored early in the 23rd minute.

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An own goal from Puerto Rico’s Steven Echevarria completed the rout.

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Match was moved from Chicago to Miami due to low ticket sales and ICE protests.

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Messi and Rodrigo De Paul starred at their home ground, Chase Stadium.

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Messi leads MLS with 26 goals & 18 assists, chasing another MVP title.

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He’s set to return for Inter Miami vs Nashville SC on Oct 18, 2025.

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