NewsWSVN 7 MiamiSeptember 6, 2026Miami-Dade
Lionel Messi records two assists in Inter Miami draw against Atlanta United
Lionel Messi returned to the pitch for Inter Miami on Saturday night, recording two assists in a 2-2 draw against Atlanta United. This match marked his first appearance following his retirement from international soccer.
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The result leaves Inter Miami in second place in the , trailing first-place Nashville by 10 points with 11 regular-season matches remaining.
Key Facts
- Inter Miami drew 2-2 against Atlanta United on Saturday night.
- Lionel Messi recorded two assists during the match.
- Luis Suárez and Casemiro scored goals for Inter Miami.
- Casemiro scored in the 32nd minute off a corner kick from Messi.
- Luis Suárez scored his 12th goal of the season.
- Inter Miami is currently second in the Eastern Conference.
- Inter Miami is 10 points behind first-place Nashville.
- There are 11 matches remaining in the regular season.
- The match was delayed for over an hour due to inclement weather.
- Breel Embolo scored a penalty for Atlanta in the 87th minute.
Who's Mentioned
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