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Messi’s Brace and Assist Fuel Inter Miami’s 4-2 Win Over CF Montreal

The win restores confidence ahead of Miami’s opening match at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against CF Montreal, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his second goal in Inter Miami's 4-2 MLS triumph over visiting Montreal
Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez

Overview

  • Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 27th minute, added a goal in the 87th, and delivered the assist on Luis Suárez’s 68th-minute strike.
  • Inter Miami snapped a six-match winless run to record only their second victory in eight outings across all competitions.
  • Defenders Jordi Alba and Gonzalo Lugan exited the match early with injuries, forcing Miami to reshuffle before upcoming fixtures.
  • Despite goals from Dante Sealy and Victor Loturi, CF Montreal suffered another defeat and remain last in the MLS Eastern Conference with one win on the season.
  • Miami will host Columbus Crew on May 31 before launching its FIFA Club World Cup campaign on June 14.