Lionel Messi pulled off another ridiculous comeback for Inter Miami, turning a 1-0 deficit into a clutch 2-1 win against the New England Revolution. This wasn’t just any win, it was a full-on, come-from-behind masterclass, snatching victory right out from under New England.
That Second Half Spark
Things looked a little dicey for the Herons when New England snagged a goal in the 53rd minute, putting Miami down 1-0. But you know Messi wasn’t having any of that. Sixteen minutes later, the magic started. He linked up with Telasco Segovia, setting German Berterame up perfectly for the equalizer. Boom, game tied! You could feel the shift in momentum right then.
Messi’s Match-Winning Masterclass
Then, in the 83rd minute, it was pure, unadulterated Messi brilliance. Segovia got him the ball, and from there? He danced around *three* defenders, found his spot at the top of the box, and fired home. Game-winning goal! That’s his 26th goal of the season, extending his lead as the top scorer in the league. Twenty-six goals, absolutely wild.
That win means Inter Miami leapfrogs New England, sliding right into second place in the Eastern Conference. With only one game left in the regular season, that’s a massive move. Every point counts, and Messi delivered big time. You gotta wonder what he’s got cooked up for that final game!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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