Messi's goal, assist lead Inter Miami to 2-0 win over Portland and first at new stadium
Lionel Messi contributed significantly to Inter Miami's 2-0 victory over the Portland Timbers, scoring one goal and assisting another. This match marked Inter Miami's first win at their new Nu Stadium after several previous draws and a loss. The game also highlighted tensions with the team's supporters, who protested before eventually cheering in the latter part of the match.
- ▪Lionel Messi scored his 13th goal of the season in the 31st minute.
- ▪German Berterame added a second goal for Inter Miami in the 42nd minute.
- ▪The match was the first between the teams since Phil Neville was fired as Inter Miami's coach in 2023.
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