Messi Equals Pele’s Free-Kick Record in Inter Miami Win

By Eppe Franklyne

• Messi scores 70th career free-kick goal
• Draws level with Brazil legend Pele
• Inter Miami defeat Orlando City 4-2 in MLS clash

Lionel Messi drew level with Brazilian great Pele for career free-kick goals after netting in Major League Soccer on Sunday.

The Argentine star converted a free-kick in second-half stoppage time to seal a 4-2 victory for Inter Miami CF against Orlando City SC in Florida. Messi’s strike curled into the bottom-left corner, marking his 70th goal from a direct free-kick.

The milestone places him joint-fourth on the all-time list for most free-kick goals in men’s football.

Most Free-Kick Goals in Men’s Football:

1. Juninho Pernambucano – 77 (Brazil)
2. Lionel Messi – 70 (Argentina)
3. Pele – 70 (Brazil)
4. Ronaldinho – 66 (Brazil)
5. Victor Legrotaglie – 66 (Argentina)

Messi continues to add to his remarkable legacy, with the 70-goal mark further cementing his status among the greatest set-piece specialists in football history.