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 18 goals to Malachi Jones's 1. Malachi Jones is the sharper shooter, putting 6 of 13 shots on target. By expected goals (xG), Lionel Messi leads with 15.7 to 2.0. Lionel Messi is the more clinical finisher, outperforming expected goals by +1.3. Lionel Messi has been caught offside more often (13 times). At 22, Malachi Jones is 17 years younger than the 39-year-old Lionel Messi.