MLS Standings and Latest Scoring Leaders: Messi Scores from a Penalty as Inter Miami Climbs to Upper Table Spot
Lionel Messi scored his 901st career goal on Sunday as InterMiami rallied to defeat New York City FC in a thrilling Major League Soccer match. The Argentine forward netted the milestone strike from free kick during Miami's comeback, which included Micael dos Santos Silva's go-ahead header that lifted them past their hosts by three goals two at Yankee Stadium and handed NYCFC its first loss of this MLS season.
Key Points
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1Lionel Messi scored his 901st career goal with an open-faced free kick to help InterMiami win a thrilling match against New York City FC.
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2Inter Miami came from behind in the second half thanks to Micael dos Santos' go-ahead header, securing their first victory of this MLS season over NYCFC hosts at Yankee Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Developments
Lionel Messi scored his 901st career goal as Inter Miami defeated New York City FC 3-2 in an MLS match on Sunday, with Micaël Dos Santos providing the decisive header. The victory marked a crucial comeback for Miami following their recent exit from the CONCACAF Champions Cup and ended NYCFC's three-game winning streak at home to level both teams' points tallies through five matches each.