Summary
Lionel Messi scored in Inter Miami’s new stadium during a 2-2 draw with Austin FC in a Major League Soccer (MLS) match. Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham celebrated the stadium's debut, which marked the end of a long journey to establish a permanent venue for the team.
Key Facts
- Lionel Messi scored one goal for Inter Miami in a 2-2 draw against Austin FC.
- The match marked the opening of Inter Miami’s new 26,000-seat stadium.
- David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami, attended the stadium's debut.
- The stadium opening culminated a decade-long effort to secure a permanent home for Inter Miami.
- Austin FC scored first in the match with a goal from Guilherme Biro.
- Messi equalized with a header, his first goal in the new stadium.
- Austin retook the lead 53 minutes into the match.
- Luis Suarez scored the second goal for Inter Miami to level the match again.