Lionel Messi showcased his remarkable talent once again as Inter Miami secured a commanding 3-1 victory over the Seattle Sounders on September 17, 2025. This triumph came as a significant rebound following their defeat to the Sounders in the Leagues Cup final just weeks prior.
In the previous encounter on August 31, the Sounders had emerged victorious with a decisive 3-0 scoreline against Inter Miami. However, this time, Messi took center stage early in the match with a deft assist to Jordi Alba in the 12th minute. Utilizing a precise outside-of-the-foot pass, Messi set up Alba, who found the net for the first goal of the evening, allowing the Herons a spirited start.
As the match progressed, Messi nearly added a second goal to his tally in the 28th minute, receiving a clever ball over the top. However, his shot rebounded off the post, much to the anticipation of the home fans. In a show of mutual support, Alba returned the favor later in the first half by assisting Messi, who managed to flick the ball past the goalkeeper, extending the lead to 2-0 just before the halftime whistle.
“I’m always looking for him [Messi], and he’s always looking for me. We’ve created a lot of goals, and we hope it’s like that until the end of our careers,” Alba commented on their on-field connection, highlighting the synergy that is developing between the two players.
The second half saw Ian Fray score in the opening minutes, heading in Rodrigo De Paul’s corner kick to increase Inter’s advantage to 3-0. Fray mentioned that the prior loss served as extra motivation in their rematch, underscoring the team’s focus and determination to turn the tide.
Seattle eventually found the back of the net in the 69th minute through Obed Vargas, who scored on a date significant to many fans—Mexico’s Independence Day.
It’s worth noting that Inter Miami continued to field a competitive side even in the absence of Luis Suarez, who was serving a suspension for an incident during the Leagues Cup. Messi had an opportunity to put his name on the scoresheet again in the 76th minute, but Seattle’s goalkeeper, Stefan Frei, denied the chance, showcasing the match’s competitive nature. Additionally, new signing Mateo Silvetti made his debut for Inter Miami after joining from Messi’s former club, Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina.
Both teams are now set to continue their Major League Soccer campaigns, with Inter Miami slated to face DC United, while the Sounders will travel to meet Austin FC.
This match not only demonstrated the skill and resilience of Inter Miami but also highlighted the growing excitement surrounding soccer in the United States, fueled by global stars like Messi.
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