Inter Miami stuns New York City FC 3-2, climbs to third in MLS Eastern Conference
This win also marked Miami’s fourth consecutive undefeated match following their exit from the Champions Cup.
KATHMANDU: Inter Miami secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over New York City FC, moving up to third place in the MLS Eastern Conference.
This win also marked Miami’s fourth consecutive undefeated match following their exit from the Champions Cup.
Gonzalo Luján opened the scoring for Miami in the third minute, giving the home side an early lead.
However, Nicolás Fernández leveled the score for NYCFC with a brilliant free-kick in the 14th minute.
Despite Lionel Messi creating two excellent opportunities before halftime, both attempts rattled the post.
In the second half, Agustín Oheida put New York ahead 2-1, but the lead was short-lived. Messi’s 61st-minute free-kick struck the defense and found the net, leveling the score once again.
The decisive moment came when Mikael headed in Noa Allen’s cross, giving Miami a hard-fought 3-2 win.
Messi once again starred for Miami, leading in shots, dribbles, and key passes in the attacking third.
