Menu

Post image 1
Post image 2
Post image 3
1 / 3
0

Grading Inter Miami’s Turbulent Win as Messi Sets MLS Record in Front of Historic Crowd

SI·Ben Steiner·23 days ago
#QJkauSi2
Reading 0:00
15s threshold

Inter Miami got back into the win column on Saturday, trouncing Toronto FC 4–2 in front of a record crowd at BMO Field. Lionel Messi led the way for the Herons, notching a goal and two assists, to set a record for the fastest player to reach 100 goal contributions in MLS regular season history. Saturday’s outing means the Herons have successfully bounced back from last week’s humiliating affair, surrendering a 3–0 lead against Florida rivals Orlando City and ultimately losing 4–3. While Messi’s impressive showing dominates the storyline, it was a complete team effort from the reigning MLS Cup champions.  Rodrigo De Paul scored the opening goal right before half-time on a highlight-reel second attempt, after his free-kick initially hit Toronto’s wall of players. He perfectly struck the bouncing ball on a volley and hit the side-post into the net, leaving Toronto’s goalkeeper Luka Gavran utterly stunned.…

Continue reading — create a free account

Join HashtagPLUS to read full articles, follow hashtags, vote, and join the conversation.

Read More