According to “Varzesh3,” Messi has had an outstanding performance with Inter Miami since joining MLS. The player has contributed to 63 goals in 48 matches, drawing significant attention to a league that has been growing over the past 20 years.

MLS has been expanding steadily since David Beckham joined LA Galaxy, with big stars like Zlatan Ibrahimović, David Villa, and Thierry Henry helping elevate the league’s level. However, Messi has taken this progress to a new level, as evidenced by Chicago Fire breaking attendance records when hosting Miami on Sunday.

Over 62,000 fans attended the goalless draw at the stadium, and ESPN claims clubs are now considering moving their matches to larger venues when Miami is the visiting team.

Mascherano, after Messi hit the crossbar twice in this match, told reporters: “Messi will be here for two summers, and I think he is somehow changing the world’s perspective on MLS. There’s no doubt about it. Ultimately, we’re talking about a player who can do all these things—a player who can attract the most attention to a league like this.

We saw it again today, and this was just one of countless examples of what he brings. The truth is, people came to see him. Now, MLS has the responsibility to continue progressing. The league has improved, but it needs to keep supporting this momentum, and I’m here to continue developing football in this country. Messi is a unique and irreplaceable player. Wherever he has been, he has created a turning point and a major change.”