Messi claims second straight Golden Boot as Nashville sets points record on MLS Decision Day

Messi first to win consecutive MLS Golden Boots

Inter Miami surrender 3-0 lead in dramatic draw

Nashville set new league record with 77 points

Lionel Messi won his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot award on Saturday, but Inter Miami squandered a three-goal lead in a 3-3 draw with Charlotte on the final day of the regular season.

The Argentine superstar failed to score but set up Miami’s first two goals from corners at Nu Stadium as the defending champions secured second place in the Eastern Conference and home-field advantage for the first two rounds of the playoffs.