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  1. The free kick was awarded wide on the right side.
  2. The goal also continued Messi’s impressive scoring run.
  3. The match also generated plenty of reaction online

Lionel Messi produced another moment of magic for Inter Miami, scoring an incredible free-kick from an almost impossible angle during their MLS clash against Columbus Crew on Sunday.

With Inter Miami trailing after Josef Martínez converted a penalty in the 28th minute, Messi stepped up just five minutes later.

The free-kick was awarded wide on the right, in a position where a cross into the crowded penalty area appeared to be the obvious option. Messi had other ideas. The Argentine went directly for goal, curling the ball over the outstretched arm of Columbus goalkeeper Patrick Schulte and into the far corner.

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The stunning effort brought Inter Miami level at 1-1 and immediately sparked a wave of reactions from fans on social media.

WATCH: Messi’s Stunning Free-Kick

Messi’s strike was particularly remarkable because of the angle from which he attempted the shot. Positioned close to the right side of the penalty area and near the corner flag, the 39-year-old somehow generated enough curl and height to beat the goalkeeper and find the top corner.

The goal also continued Messi’s impressive scoring run, taking his tally to 21 goals in the 2026 MLS season, according to Inter Miami.

Fans took to social media and praised the superstar's goal. Lionel Messi was calm and composed as always when taking the free kick. Rodrigo De Paul, as usual, was part of Lionel Messi's goal celebrations.

Inter Miami Lose Despite Messi Magic

However, Messi’s stunning equaliser was ultimately not enough to earn Inter Miami a point.

Columbus Crew struck deep into stoppage time, with Jamal Thiaré scoring in the eighth minute of added time to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory for the hosts.

The defeat meant Inter Miami left Columbus empty-handed despite another spectacular contribution from their captain.

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The match also generated plenty of reaction online, with fans describing Messi’s free-kick as extraordinary and praising the precision required to score from such a tight angle.

The result was surely disappointing for Inter Miami, but Messi once again showed the football world he is still capable of scoring brilliant free-kick goals from almost impossible angles.


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