Messi closes in on a second straight MLS Golden Boot

Ahead of Decision Day, the official club preview lists Messi on 26 goals and 16 assists; other coverage reports 14 assists, and a separate snapshot lists 25 goals and 14 assists in 30 appearances. He is reportedly four goals ahead of Petar Musa and could become the first player to win three MLS MVPs; both awards remain undecided.