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Inter Miami and Nashville SC draw 2-2 in MLS Eastern Conference clash
Inter Miami and Nashville SC played to a 2-2 draw in a high-stakes Eastern Conference matchup at Nu Stadium. Nashville SC took an early lead in the fourth minute through Sam Surridge, but Inter Miami responded before halftime with an own goal by Reed Baker-Whiting following a Messi corner.
Lionel Messi scored a spectacular left-footed strike from outside the box in the 62nd minute to give Miami a 2-1 lead, marking his 19th goal of the MLS season and his 99th goal for the club in all competitions. Despite Miami's dominance and several shots hitting the woodwork, Nashville secured a point when Sam Surridge scored his second goal of the match during first-half stoppage time.
The result maintains Nashville SC's position at the top of the Eastern Conference, nine points ahead of Inter Miami. Both teams remain in strong positions to secure playoff spots.
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Guillermo Hoyos · Inter Miami · Inter Miami CF · Lionel Messi · MLS · Major League Soccer · Nashville SC · Nu Stadium · Rodrigo De Paul · Sam Surridge · Toronto FC