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Inter Miami played to a 2-2 draw against Atlanta United on Saturday in an MLS matchup featuring Argentine star Lionel Messi in his first appearance following his retirement announcement from international competition. Despite weather delays of 90 minutes due to thunderstorms, the match delivered plenty of action once play commenced. Messi proved instrumental in Miami’s offensive efforts, providing assists on both of the team’s goals.
Casemiro opened the scoring for Miami in the 32nd minute with a header off a Messi corner kick. Atlanta responded quickly, equalizing just three minutes later when Miguel Almiron finished a low shot. Luis Suárez restored Miami’s advantage before halftime with a composed strike following a play initiated by Messi down the left flank. However, Breel Embolo’s 87th-minute penalty conversion prevented Miami from securing victory.
Across MLS this weekend, Toronto and Chicago produced a thrilling eight-goal affair that finished 4-4, with Derrick Etienne scoring in stoppage time to earn the draw. Philadelphia defeated Montreal 2-0, with standout teenage talent Cavan Sullivan scoring at 16 years old and setting a new record for scoring contributions by a player that age in a single season. Orlando secured a 1-0 home victory over San Diego behind Antoine Griezmann’s goal, while Austin and San Jose battled to a 1-1 tie.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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