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Lionel Messi's Late Goal Salvages Draw For Inter Miami

CORRECTS TO SUNDAY NOT SATURDAY - Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Marco Delgado (8) and Inter Miami forward Luis Suárez (9) vie for the ball during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Sunday, Feb. 25

In a thrilling match between Inter Miami and the LA Galaxy, Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance by scoring a crucial goal in the second minute of second-half injury time, securing a 1-1 draw for Miami. The Galaxy had taken the lead in the 75th minute through Dejan Joveljic, but Messi's late heroics salvaged a point for his team.

The atmosphere at the game was electric, with a record attendance of 27,642 fans, many of whom were donning Messi shirts. Despite Miami being considered a favorite to dominate MLS this season with star signings like Messi and Luis Suárez, the Galaxy put up a strong fight, outplaying Miami for significant portions of the match.

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