The Vancouver Whitecaps FC achieved a significant victory over the Philadelphia Union with a 7-0 scoreline. This match showcased Thomas Muller, who made an impressive debut by scoring his first MLS hat trick. His performance drew comparisons to Lionel Messi and his scoring achievements at Inter Miami.
Muller’s hat trick was historic; he became the first player in MLS to score three goals in a regular-season match on his birthday.
He scored at crucial times during the game: first from the penalty spot in the 30th minute, then another in first-half stoppage time (45+1’), and finally, he scored the team’s seventh goal in the 88th minute. His calm play under pressure highlighted his skill, even later in his career.
With this decisive win, Vancouver secured three important points in their quest for the top spot in the standings. They are currently third with 52 points, only four points behind the leaders, and aim to keep advancing in the coming weeks.
Lionel Messi of Inter Miami
How many does Messi have at Inter Miami?
Since joining Inter Miami, Lionel Messi has maintained his strong scoring form. In a key 2025 season match, he scored his first hat trick for the club against the New England Revolution. This game ended in a 4-1 victory for Inter Miami at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, showcasing Messi’s continuing excellence.
This hat trick adds to his impressive record of over 50 career hat tricks, reinforcing his status as one of soccer’s all-time greats. Every goal he scores in MLS draws attention, and this latest achievement enhances his global reputation.
Although this was his first official hat trick for Inter Miami, Messi has consistently scored multiple goals for the team, significantly contributing to their success and helping them stay competitive in every tournament.