He Lionel Messi was once again decisive. With his 901st goal as a professional, the Argentine led the comeback of the Inter Miamiwho beat 3-2 at New York City FC on the fifth day of the MLS.
The victory at Yankee Stadium not only restores confidence to the team, but also places it in third place in the Eastern Conference.
A historic goal from Messi to change the game
Messi appeared at the key moment. In the 61st minute, he took a long-range free kick that, after deflecting off the wall, ended up in the back of the net to make it 2-2.
The goal was special: the 901st of his career, bringing him ever closer to the historic mark of 1,000 goals.
From frustration to reaction
Inter Miami had been beaten after their elimination in the Concacaf Champions Cup against Nashville SC, a match in which Messi had reached 900 goals.
But in New Yorkthe team showed character to turn around a complicated match.
A match full of emotions
The meeting was a constant exchange of blows:
4′: Gonzalo Luján put Miami ahead
17′: Nicolás Fernández equalizes for NYCFC
59′: Agustín Ojeda made it 2-1
61′: Messi equalized the match
74′: Micael sealed the comeback
Messi also crashed two balls into the posts, showing that he was close to an even more spectacular performance.
No revenge for New York City
NYCFC was looking for revenge after losing to Miami in the last MLS playoffs, where Inter ended up lifting its first league title.
However, Messi’s presence once again made the difference in the decisive moment.
Messi and the race towards 1,000 goals
At 38 years old, the Argentine continues to expand his legacy. With 901 goals, the barrier of 1,000 no longer seems like a utopia, but rather an achievable goal.
Each match adds a new chapter in an unrepeatable career.
Keys to the match
Result: New York City FC 2-3 Inter Miami
Historic goal: Messi (901 in his career)
Stage: Yankee Stadium
Position: Miami rises to 3rd place in the East
