"Lionel Messi scored a left-footed free kick that ricocheted its way past Matt Freese for his fourth goal this season, marking his 54th goal in 58 MLS appearances."
"Gonzalo Luján scored his first career goal in the 4th minute, giving Inter Miami an early lead, while Nicolás Fernández equalized for NYCFC with his fifth goal in the 17th minute."
"Agustín Ojeda scored to give NYCFC a 2-1 lead in the 59th minute, but Messi's equalizer quickly followed, leading to Micael dos Santos' header that secured the win for Miami."
Inter Miami defeated New York City FC 3-2 at Yankee Stadium, with Lionel Messi scoring a free kick equalizer and assisting Micael dos Santos' winner. Gonzalo Luján opened the scoring for Miami, while Nicolás Fernández and Agustín Ojeda scored for NYCFC. Messi's goal marked his fourth of the season and 54th in MLS. Inter Miami's victory ties them for second place in the Eastern Conference, handing NYCFC their first loss of the season. Dayne St. Claire made three saves for Miami, while Matt Freese had five for NYCFC.
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