Major League Soccer Round 24: Statistical Standouts

23rd July 2025

Another captivating round of Major League Soccer action delivered exceptional individual performances across all statistical categories. From creative masterclasses to defensive dominance, Round 24 highlighted the league’s incredible depth of talent. Let’s examine the numbers that shaped this weekend’s compelling narratives.

Messi’s Unstoppable Scoring Run

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi continued his breath-taking goalscoring form with a brilliant brace in their commanding 5-1 victory over New York Red Bulls. The Argentine superstar has now scored eight goals in his last five appearances – a tally unmatched by any other MLS player during this period. His clinical finishing and remarkable consistency of recording shots on target in 18 consecutive matches continues to drive Inter Miami’s championship aspirations.

Creative Excellence

Charlotte’s Pep Biel provided another assist in their thrilling 3-2 victory over Atlanta United, extending his remarkable creative consistency. The Spanish playmaker has now registered four assists over his last five matches, tied for the league lead during this period with Orlando City’s Eduard Andrés Atuesta Velasco, who also contributed an assist in their 2-1 triumph over New England.

Inter Miami’s Luis Suárez also deserves recognition for his playmaking prowess, providing an assist that brings his season total to 10 – the third-highest in the entire league. The Uruguayan veteran continues to demonstrate his world-class vision and delivery.

Attacking Precision

Orlando City’s Martín Exequiel Ojeda stole the spotlight with seven shots in their victory over New England, marking the highest total of any player across all Round 24 fixtures. The attacking midfielder has maintained incredible consistency, accumulating 24 shots over his last five appearances – a figure unmatched by any other MLS player during this stretch.

Defensive Dominance

St. Louis City’s Roman Bürki was busy with seven saves in their 3-0 defeat to Dallas, joint-highest for the round. The Swiss goalkeeper has now made at least three saves in each of his last 12 matches, showcasing remarkable consistency between the posts.

LA Galaxy‘s, Carlos Garcés dominated defensively with six tackles in their entertaining 3-3 draw with Los Angeles FC, sharing the round’s highest total. His 21 tackles over the last five games leads all MLS players, establishing him as one of the league’s most effective ball-winners. Seattle Sounders’ Cristian Roldán also impressed with five tackles, maintaining his streak of two or more tackles in each of his last five games.

Round 24 once again demonstrated Major League Soccer’s competitive balance and individual brilliance across all positions.