NEW YORK: Inter Miami CF secured a 3-2 win on the road over New York City FC to extend its unbeaten run to four this MLS regular season.
The first goals from defenders Gonzalo Lujan and Micael in Inter Miami colors, as well as a strike from captain Leo Messi, powered Inter Miami to victory at Yankee Stadium in New York City.
Inter Miami pulled ahead early in the 4th minute, with center back Luján taking advantage of a rebound after an initial attempt from Segovia that was blocked, and striking from the center of the box. Notably, Lujan’s goal was the first of his career.
New York City FC equalized in the 17th minute with a goal from Nicolás Fernandez.
Messi came close to reclaiming the lead for Inter Miami, rattling the left post in the 31st and 42nd minutes with curlers from outside the box, but the 1-1 scoreline held through the first half.