Lionel Messi scored two goals and provided an assist to power Inter Miami to a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids at Empower Field in Denver. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner converted a first-half penalty, then assisted German Berterame before scoring a stunning game-winner past four defenders.
The Rapids drew level through Rafa Navarro and Darren Yapi but could not contain Messi. The match drew nearly 76,000 fans, the second-largest crowd in MLS history.
Key Points:
Messi’s game-winner came after the Rapids had fought back from 2-0 down.
The match drew the second-largest crowd in MLS history for Colorado’s 30th anniversary.
Inter Miami’s new manager, Guillermo Hoyos, won his first game in charge.
Colorado’s mile-high altitude made the comeback effort even more impressive.
Messi reminded fans why he is considered the greatest player of all time.
Messi’s heroics saved Inter Miami from dropping points for a third straight match.
Sources: Goal, Sky Sports