Inter Miami CF made history with its first home game at the new stadium in Miami, resulting in a 2-2 draw against Austin FC in the MLS regular season. Captain Lionel Messi and forward Luis Suarez scored the club’s inaugural goals at Nu Stadium.
The match saw an early lead by the visitors with a goal from Guilherme Biro, quickly equalized by Inter Miami’s captain Messi with a precise header. This marked Messi’s first goal at Nu Stadium this season, assisted by Homegrown defender Fray.
Despite a 1-1 scoreline at halftime, Austin FC managed to score again in the 53rd minute, taking the lead once more. However, Inter Miami fought back and leveled the score at 2-2 in the 82nd minute, thanks to a goal from Suarez following a corner kick.
Suarez’s goal, the first for him this season, was crucial in securing a point for Inter Miami in their historic home opener. With the match ending in a draw, head coach Javier Mascherano emphasized the team’s resilience and determination, highlighting their status as MLS Cup champions.
Looking ahead, Inter Miami aims to continue their success, building on their previous titles as they strive for more achievements in the upcoming seasons. Mascherano expressed optimism about the team’s future prospects, anticipating further success and a potential MLS Cup victory to cap off a remarkable year.
