Messi Sparks MLS Boom
Messi is dominating the World Cup, and it's changing American soccer forever! 🐐🇺🇸 Watch how his historic run is putting MLS on the global map.
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Lionel Messi has propelled Argentina into the World Cup round of 16, but his historic masterclass is also driving unprecedented global attention to Major League Soccer in America. The Inter Miami star has scored 7 goals at this tournament, officially becoming the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer with an incredible 20 career goals.
According to former defender Greg Garza, these match-winning performances will directly benefit the growth and global viewership of the league. Young fans watching the global superstar on the world's biggest stage are discovering that he plays his club football for Inter Miami.
This surge in attention comes as MLS celebrates its 30th year, cementing its status as one of the most watched leagues in the world. The league's massive footprint is evident at this tournament, with 45 active MLS players selected to represent their national teams.
Garza notes that this global representation is a massive opportunity for players to showcase their clubs and communities on the ultimate stage. With players representing over 80 different countries, Messi's ongoing historic run is fueling a massive wave of international interest in American Club Soccer.
