Messi Seeks 900th Goal as Inter Miami Faces Charlotte FC

Lionel Messi aims for historic milestone as his team looks to extend winning streak

Mar. 14, 2026 at 8:10am

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Lionel Messi will try to score his 900th career goal when Inter Miami faces off against Charlotte FC on Saturday. Messi and his teammates are coming off a scoreless draw against Nashville in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, but Inter Miami has won its last two MLS matches. Charlotte is looking to build on its first win of the season last week against Austin.

Why it matters

Messi reaching 900 career goals would cement his status as one of the greatest players of all time, joining Cristiano Ronaldo as the only players to achieve this milestone. The match also features two teams looking to climb the standings in their respective conferences.

The details

Messi will lead Inter Miami (2-1-0, 6 points) as they take on Charlotte FC (1-1-1, 4 points). Charlotte is coming off its first win of the season, while Inter Miami failed to score in its most recent match against Nashville in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Inter Miami may be without defender Maxi Falcon, who suffered a knee injury in the Nashville match. Charlotte's Pep Biel has been in strong form, scoring three goals in the team's first three matches.

  • The match will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • Messi will be seeking his 900th career goal.

The players

Lionel Messi

Legendary Argentinian footballer who currently plays for Inter Miami CF. Messi is seeking his 900th career goal, which would make him only the second player to reach that milestone after Cristiano Ronaldo.

Pep Biel

Midfielder for Charlotte FC who scored two goals in the team's recent win over Austin. Biel had 10 goals and 12 assists last season.

Maxi Falcon

Defender for Inter Miami CF who suffered a knee injury in the team's recent match against Nashville and will miss the Charlotte FC game.

Javier Mascherano

Head coach of Inter Miami CF who is unsure of the severity of Maxi Falcon's injury but hopes he can recover quickly.

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What they’re saying

“We don't know yet the severity of Maxi's injury, he will have to undergo testing. Hopefully it will be as minor as possible, but honestly, he is a strong player and for him to leave the match means that he has something. We hope he can recuperate quickly.”

— Javier Mascherano, Head Coach, Inter Miami CF

“I'm very happy for the two goals, the third one almost there. But I'm happy to help the team.”

— Pep Biel, Midfielder, Charlotte FC

What’s next

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The takeaway

Messi's pursuit of 900 career goals is a historic milestone that will cement his legacy as one of the greatest players of all time. The match between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC also features two teams looking to climb the standings in their respective conferences, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the game.