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Nashville Stuns Messi's Inter Miami with Stoppage-Time Equalizer
13 Sep
Summary
- Nashville SC maintains Eastern Conference lead with a late equalizer.
- Lionel Messi scored but could not secure a victory for Inter Miami.
- Miami dropped crucial points from a winning position at home.
Nashville SC secured a crucial 2-2 draw against Inter Miami, extending their lead atop the Eastern Conference. Lionel Messi's goal in the 62nd minute appeared to give Inter Miami the victory, but Nashville found an equalizer in first-half stoppage time.
Despite Messi's efforts, including hitting the post twice and a late chance for Rodrigo De Paul, Inter Miami could not hold onto their lead. Nashville had initially taken the lead in the fourth minute through Sam Surridge, with an own goal by Reed Baker-Whiting bringing Miami level.
The draw leaves Inter Miami trailing Nashville by nine points with nine games remaining, significantly impacting their pursuit of the top seed and the Supporters' Shield. This result continues a difficult run for Miami, who have won only once in their last nine games across all competitions.
