Lionel Messi Scores Free Kick in Inter Miami Win; Cristiano Ronaldo’s Last Set Piece Goal Came in August 2024

Lionel Messi scored a free-kick goal in his second official match of 2026 with Inter Miami, but a comparative question emerged: When was the last time Cristiano Ronaldo scored in that fashion? Inter Miami completed an impressive comeback led by Lionel Messi,

Lionel Messi equals Pele with jaw-dropping free-kick, closes in on 900-goal milestone to outpace Cristiano Ronaldo

Messi sealed the contest in the 90th minute, curling a close-range free kick around the wall and inside the left post to hand Miami a decisive two-goal lead. | Football News
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Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi climbs the all-time free kick scorers list, closing in on Marcelino Carioca’s world record

Amid a complicated match, Lionel Messi led an impressive comeback for Inter Miami to secure the victory. In doing so, the Argentine scored a stunning free-kick goal, climbing the all-time free-kick scorers list and closing in on Marcelinho Carioca.

VIDEO: Lionel Messi scores two goals - including trademark long-range free-kick - to inspire incredible Inter Miami MLS comeback win over Orlando City

Lionel Messi bagged a brilliant brace for Inter Miami as the Herons secured their first competitive victory of 2026 and got the defence of their MLS Cup crown up and running. The Argentine GOAT helped to inspire a 4-2 derby victory over Florida neighbours Orlando City,