Lionel Messi vs Malachi Jones

Lionel Messi

Malachi Jones

Both forwards in MLS, Lionel Messi plays for Inter Miami CF while Malachi Jones represents New York City FC. Lionel Messi leads the scoring with 7 goals to Malachi Jones's 0. Lionel Messi is the sharper shooter, putting 15 of 40 shots on target. By expected goals (xG), Lionel Messi leads with 4.2 to 0.1. Lionel Messi is the more clinical finisher, outperforming expected goals by +0.8. Lionel Messi has been caught offside more often (5 times). At 22, Malachi Jones is 16 years younger than the 38-year-old Lionel Messi.