Lionel Messi returns for Inter Miami after extended post-World Cup break
Summary
Lionel Messi played his first game since the World Cup final, coming off the bench for Inter Miami in a 2-2 draw with Columbus Crew. In another match, Robert Lewandowski scored twice to help Chicago Fire win 2-1 over Charlotte FC in his MLS home debut.Key Facts
- Messi returned to the field two weeks after Argentina lost the World Cup final to Spain.
- Inter Miami’s game against Columbus Crew was delayed by 40 minutes due to bad weather.
- Luis Suarez scored early for Miami, and Miami led 2-1 at halftime.
- Columbus Crew equalized late in the game with a free kick goal by Brais Mendez.
- The draw ended Miami’s six-game winning streak and kept them second in the Eastern Conference.
- Robert Lewandowski scored two goals in his home debut for Chicago Fire.
- Lewandowski’s second goal helped Chicago secure their first win after the World Cup break.
- Messi had good chances but did not score in his first match back.
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