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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami routed by LAFC in MLS season opener

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami routed by LAFC in MLS season opener

Summary

Los Angeles FC (LAFC) beat Inter Miami 3-0 in their Major League Soccer (MLS) season opener. The game, played at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, featured goals from David Martinez, Denis Bouanga, and Nathan Ordaz. Lionel Messi played for Inter Miami, but the team did not score.

Key Facts

  • LAFC defeated Inter Miami 3-0 in the MLS season opener.
  • The match took place at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and had 75,673 attendees.
  • David Martinez scored the opening goal for LAFC in the first half.
  • Denis Bouanga scored and assisted another goal for LAFC in the second half.
  • Nathan Ordaz scored the final goal for LAFC.
  • Lionel Messi, playing for Inter Miami, did not score.
  • LAFC had a total of 16 shots, with 6 on target, compared to Miami's 13 shots and 3 on target.
  • Inter Miami held 63% of the game's possession, despite the loss.

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