Barcelona, Argentina, Inter Miami: Unstoppable Lionel Messi moves past Ronaldo with all-time record

Lionel Messi has set a new record after his hat-trick in Inter Miami's 6-2 win over New England Revolution.

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi made history on Saturday, becoming Inter Miami's all-time leading scorer.

The 8-time Ballon d'Or winner scored a stunning 11-minute hat-trick in the 6-2 thrashing of New England Revolution.

Messi came off the bench and immediately made an impact, setting up Benjamin Cremaschi's go-ahead goal in the 58th minute. The 37-year-old then took center stage, scoring three goals to seal the win and break Inter Miami's scoring record with 33 goals.

Lionel Messi sets new record with Inter Miami

Lionel Messi celbrating a goal for Inter Miami

This achievement adds to Messi's impressive legacy-defining achievements, solidifying his status as the GOAT.

He is now the first footballer in history to be the record goal-scorer for three different teams, breaking the tie with rival Cristiao Ronaldo who is the record scorer for Portugal and Real Madrid.

- Inter Miami's record goalscorer (33 goals)

- Argentina's all-time leading scorer (112 goals)

- Barcelona's record scorer (672 goals)

Miami had trailed 2-0 early on, but Luis Suarez's double leveled the scores. Messi's introduction sparked a dominant display, helping Inter Miami break the MLS record for most points in a single season (74 points). They finished the regular season with a 22-4-8 record.