Despite a dominant display from Inter Miami, it took a stunning goal from Lionel Messi in the dying minutes to secure a draw against Charlotte FC in their Major League Soccer clash at the Chase Stadium. The Argentine superstar showed his class and proved to be the savior for Miami with a long-range strike, much to the delight of the crowd and his team.
Inter Miami vs. Charlotte FC: Messi's Late Goal Earns Draw
Major League Soccer witnessed an enthralling clash between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC at the Chase Stadium, where Lionel Messi stole the show with a spectacular goal in the final moments.
Background
Inter Miami, under the ownership of David Beckham, is a relatively new franchise in MLS, having joined the league in 2020. The team has yet to make a significant impact, finishing near the bottom of the standings in their first two seasons.
Charlotte FC, on the other hand, is an expansion team that debuted in MLS in 2022. With a young and talented squad led by coach Miguel Ángel Ramírez, the team has quickly established itself as a competitive force.
Match Recap
Inter Miami dominated possession and created several chances throughout the match. Gonzalo Higuaín had an early opportunity but fired wide. Robbie Robinson and Jean Mota also had decent looks at goal but failed to convert.
Charlotte FC was more cautious in their approach, opting to sit back and hit Miami on the counterattack. Karol Świderski and Kamil Jóźwiak had a couple of promising moments but were unable to find the back of the net.
As the match entered the final stages, it seemed like Miami's dominance would go unrewarded. However, in the 89th minute, Messi received the ball just outside the penalty area. With his signature left foot, he unleashed a thunderbolt that flew into the top corner, leaving Charlotte goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina stranded.
Impact of Messi's Goal
Messi's goal was not only a stunning individual effort but also a momentous occasion for Inter Miami. It was the first time the team had ever earned a point against Charlotte FC. It also gave Miami hope of a potential playoff push in the remaining games of the season.
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