FABULOUS! Lionel Messi broke the record and is definitively in history » He surpassed a legend from Real Madrid
Article by Adrian Duţă – Published Sunday, November 30, 2025, 08:42 / Updated Sunday, November 30, 2025 09:06
Lionel Messi (38 years old) became the player with the most successful assists in football history. The Argentinian gave a decisive pass and in Inter Miami – New York City FC 5-1, MLS Eastern Conference Finals.
After the victory with the team from New York, Inter Miami qualified for the MLS final, where they will meet the Vancouver Whitecaps, Thomas Muller's team.
Lionel Messi became the player with the most assists in history: 405
The match was a historic one for Messi. In addition to qualifying for his first MLS final, the Argentine also became the best passer in soccer history.
Messi provided an assist to Sivetti in the 67th minute. He crossed with his right foot into the box and the 19-year-old forward made it 3-1 with a shot into the far corner. Thus, Messi arrived at 405 assists success in his career, being the best in the history of football in this chapter.
Leo has overtaken Ferenc Puskas, Real Madrid legend and one of the greatest players in history. The former Hungarian striker managed 404 assists in his career.
The Top 3 is completed by another legend, Pele. The former Brazilian forward has provided 369 career assists, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
896 goalsMessi's career goals, for club and national team
Messi, colossal figures in 2025
Ahead of the final on December 6, Messi can boast a rich harvest in 2025. The Argentinian has 75 goal contributions for Inter Miami and the national team. The last match in which Leo did not decisively contribute to a goal dates back to October 1, from 3-5 with Chicago Fire.
In 55 matches played in 2025, Messi scored 47 goals and provided 28 assists.
77 goalssigned Messi to Inter Miami, in two and a half years
VIDEO. Summary of the match Inter Miami – New York City FC 5-1
