Lionel Messi scored a decisive late goal to guide Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over New England Revolution on November 1, 2026, moving the club into second place in the MLS Eastern Conference.
Messi netted the winning goal in the 83rd minute, taking his league-leading tally to 26 goals this season. The Argentine forward created the opportunity himself after collecting a loose ball around 30 yards from goal and dribbling past several New England defenders before finding the net.
Inter Miami had fallen behind in the contest before German forward Berterame scored the equaliser in the 69th minute. Messi contributed to the goal with an assist, playing an important role in his team's comeback.
Telasco Segovia provided assists for both Inter Miami goals as the visitors ended a two-match winless run.
The victory lifted Inter Miami to 59 points, with a record of 16 wins, six draws and 11 defeats. The club moved above New England Revolution, who remained on 58 points with 18 wins, 11 defeats and four draws.
The result carries significant implications for the Eastern Conference playoff standings, with both teams approaching their final regular-season match.
Messi's performance once again underlined his importance to Inter Miami, as his goal-scoring and creative contributions helped the team secure a crucial result at a decisive stage of the campaign.
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