Inter Miami unveiled its new stadium, Messi scored, drew with Austin | OneFootball

La Pulga scored another goal that will go down in the history books in the Herons’ 2-2 draw against Austin FC.

Inter Miami opened its new stadium, the Nu Stadium, this Saturday in a match corresponding to the sixth round of Major League Soccer, where it drew 2-2 against Austin FC.

The team coached by Javier Mascherano had a demanding debut in its new home and managed to salvage a draw in a match full of twists and turns.

Messi made history at the new stadium

The visiting team struck early, as Brazilian Guilherme Biro opened the scoring in the 6th minute, ruining the chance for the home team to score the first goal in the stadium.

However, the Herons’ response was immediate. Just four minutes later, Lionel Messi scored with a header and netted Inter Miami’s first goal at Nu Stadium, leaving his mark on a historic day for the franchise.

A draw in a match full of twists and turns

In the second half, Jayden Nelson put Austin FC back in front at 2-1, but the American team responded once again.

The final equalizer came thanks to Uruguayan Luis Suárez, who scored the 2-2 so that Inter Miami could earn a point in the debut of its new venue.

In this way, Messi’s team began a new chapter in its brand-new stadium, on a night that will remain in the club’s history despite not being able to come away with the win.

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