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See the explanation by Messi for Inter Miami's MLS Cup knockout loss to Atlanta United.
Following the Herons' shocking defeat to Atlanta United in the opening round of the 2024 MLS Cup playoffs, Lionel Messi has said that Inter Miami will prepare to return stronger the following season.
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Shame on Messi - Reactions as Inter Miami knocked out of MLS Cup
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Lionel Messi bags brace as Inter Miami secures Supporters Shield
Lionel Messi scores 2 goals as Inter Miami secures MLS Supporters Shield.
The Herons topped MLS with a record 74 points this season, and the Argentine striker, who scored and assisted in the best-of-three-game series, also praised the team's development.
Messi on Inter Miami
Messi took to social media to detail thoughts about the season.
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He said, "A season ended in which we continued to grow as a club and, although we achieved some goals, we wanted more,"
"Thanks to all the people who joined and supported us.
"Now let's get ready to come back stronger next year."
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Messi made 19 starts and finished with 20 goals and 11 assists in his first full season with the Herons in 2024.
After dominating MLS with 22 wins and 79 goals throughout the regular season, the Herons earned the top spot in the Eastern Conference and won the Supporters Shield.
They went on to defeat Atlanta United 2-1 in their first-round playoff match, but their opponents from the first round recovered to win 2-1 and 3-2 in Games 2 and 3.
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