Inter Miami 2–1 Nashville: Player Ratings As Messi Extends Record-Breaking Run | OneFootball

Lionel Messi scored twice for the fifth game in a row, and Inter Miami extended their win streak to five on Saturday night with a 2–1 victory over Nashville SC.

Returning to Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale for the first time since late May and a win against the Columbus Crew, Miami came out with all three points in a battle between two of the most in-form sides in MLS.

The result also ended Nashville’s 12-match unbeaten streak in league play, while lifting Miami further up the Eastern Conference standings, even as they continue to hold as many as three games in hand on some teams above them.

After an even opening to the match, Messi opened the scoring from a free kick in the 17th minute, before Nashville’s Hany Mukhtar tied the game at 1–1 shortly after the restart, heading in a cross from MLS All-Star fullback, Andy Najar.

While both sides struggled to create chances, Messi found his second and the eventual winning goal in the 62nd minute, making the most of a poor turnover from Nashville goalkeeper Joe Willis.

With the win secured, Miami can continue to look to their busy upcoming schedule with their next matchup on July 16 against FC Cincinnati, as they continue to make up games in MLS before taking on the Leagues Cup.

Here are your player ratings from Saturday’s matchup.

Inter Miami Player Ratings vs. Nashville SC

Nashville SC Player Ratings vs. Inter Miami

Player of the Match: Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

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