Lionel Messi continued his MLS heroics, netting a crucial goal as Inter Miami CF defeated D.C. United 2‑1 in a packed stadium at the Baltimore Ravens’ home on Saturday night. The match drew a staggering 72,026 fans, showcasing Messi’s magnetic pull and the growing excitement around MLS this season.
Messi opened the scoring in the 27th minute, marking his third goal of the campaign, and helped establish a 2‑0 first-half lead for Miami. Rodrigo De Paul also contributed with a goal, reinforcing the team’s offensive firepower. D.C. United’s Tai Baribo pulled one back in the 75th minute, but the hosts couldn’t find an equalizer.
The game came after an eventful week for Messi, who joined his teammates on a high-profile visit to the White House. To accommodate the massive interest, the match was moved from D.C. United’s smaller Washington venue to Baltimore, giving fans a chance to witness Messi live in action.
With this win, Inter Miami improves to 2-1-0 in the MLS season, maintaining their strong start as defending MLS Cup champions. Messi’s influence on and off the pitch continues to elevate the league, drawing attention from fans and media worldwide.
