Messi scores late, but Inter Miami lose to Nashville, last 16 MLS tie level | OneFootball

Inter Miami was defeated by Nashville 2-1 this Saturday at Geodis Park, in a match valid for game 2 of the round of 16 of the MLS. Sam Surridge and Josh Bauer scored the goals that secured the victory for the home team, while the Argentine star Lionel Messi scored for the visitors.

Playoff Situation

With the result, the best-of-three series is tied, as Inter Miami had won the first match. The decision for the spot in the quarterfinals will take place next Saturday at 2 PM (Brasília time), at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

The winner will face the victor of the duel between FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew in the next phase of the playoffs.

Match Summary

🟡 NASHVILLE 2 x 1 INTER MIAMI ⚫

 Competition: game 2 of the round of 16 of the MLS  Location: Geodis Park, Nashville  Date: November 1, 2025 (Saturday)  Time: 9 PM (Brasília time)

Goals

 Sam Surridge, 9′ of 1st Half (Nashville) Josh Bauer, 45′ of 1st Half (Nashville) Lionel Messi, 44′ of 2nd Half (Inter Miami)

How Was the Game?

Nashville opened the scoring at nine minutes into the first half. From a penalty kick, Sam Surridge sent the goalkeeper the wrong way and put the home team ahead.

Still in the first half, at 45 minutes, Josh Bauer took advantage of a corner kick and deflected the ball into the net, extending the lead for Nashville.

Inter Miami reduced the deficit at 44 minutes of the second half, with Lionel Messi. The Argentine star received the ball at the edge of the area, cut to his left foot, and fired a powerful shot, leaving the opposing goalkeeper with no chance.

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