Robert Lewandowski and Lionel Messi face off in Chicago MLS clash

Major League Soccer stars Robert Lewandowski and Lionel Messi faced off at Soldier Field in a high-profile matchup between Chicago Fire FC and Inter Miami CF. The game drew a record crowd of 63,094 spectators to Chicago.

In the match, Lewandowski scored for the Chicago Fire, marking his sixth goal in nine MLS appearances. Inter Miami, led by Messi, sought to maintain their position near the top of the Eastern Conference standings. The contest highlighted the growing international profile of the league, as both players are global football icons.

Prior to this meeting, Inter Miami held a five-point lead over Chicago Fire in the Eastern Conference. The match also served as a significant moment for Messi, who recently announced his retirement from international football with Argentina, shifting his full focus to his club career with Inter Miami.