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Messi Magic Lights Up Denver's Mile High City
19 Apr
Summary
- Messi scored two goals and assisted another in his first Denver match.
- Colorado Rapids rallied from a 2-0 deficit to tie the game.
- Inter Miami secured a 3-2 victory in front of a massive crowd.
Lionel Messi delivered a spectacular performance in his inaugural visit to Denver, marking the Colorado Rapids' 30th anniversary with a thrilling 3-2 victory for Inter Miami. The Argentine superstar netted two goals and provided an assist, captivating the nearly 76,000 spectators at Empower Field.
Inter Miami established a 2-0 lead in the first half. Messi opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a foul on Yannick Bright, and later assisted German Berterame for the second goal. The Rapids, however, mounted a comeback in the second half. Rafa Navarro ignited the comeback with a skillful individual effort, and Darren Yapi quickly followed with an equalizer. Despite the Rapids' resilience, Messi proved decisive, scoring his second goal to clinch the dramatic win for Inter Miami.
