Messi Magic Leads Inter Miami to Opening Victory in MLS Season

Lionel Messi played a key role in Inter Miami’s victory over Real Salt Lake in the Major League Soccer season opener. The Argentine forward assisted Robert Taylor’s first-half goal and contributed to Diego Gomez’s late second goal. Messi showcased speed and coordination with former Barcelona teammate Luis Suarez who made his MLS debut.

Despite missing part of the previous season due to injury, Messi impressed in the match earning praise from Miami coach Gerardo Martino. Additionally, Messi addressed his absence from a recent friendly in Hong Kong in a video responding to criticism from Chinese fans.