Lionel Messi secured his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot

Lionel Messi secured his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot after finishing the regular season with 26 goals. The Argentine celebrated another individual achievement despite Inter Miami being held to a dramatic 3-3 draw by Charlotte FC.

Miami appeared destined for victory after first-half goals from Ian Fray, Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul established a three-goal advantage. However, Charlotte produced an impressive comeback to claim a point.

Petar Musa finished second in the scoring rankings with 22 goals, followed by Surridge on 21.

Inter Miami, second in the Eastern Conference, will face Columbus Crew in the opening playoff round, beginning November 19.

Nashville made history by collecting 77 points to finish first in the Eastern Conference, surpassing Miami's previous record of 74. Sam Surridge scored twice in their 2-0 victory over Cincinnati. Vancouver Whitecaps secured Western Conference leadership with an identical away win against Montreal.