Messi leads Inter Miami to victory with a goal and an assist (video)

In the 14th round of the MLS regular season, Inter Miami hosted Portland at home. The match was dominated by the hosts, and the Florida club ultimately secured a convincing 2-0 victory.

The main hero of the match was once again Lionel Messi. The Argentine star played the full match and was directly involved in both of his team's goals. He first found the back of the net and then provided an assist for Berterame's goal.

The scoring opened in the 31st minute. Messi, with his characteristic composure and precision, found the back of the Portland net. This goal allowed Inter Miami to control the game with more ease.

Shortly after, in the 42nd minute, Berterame scored the hosts' second goal. Messi played a crucial role in this situation as well, recording an assist. Thus, Inter Miami established a necessary lead by the end of the first half.

In the second half, Portland tried to narrow the gap, but Inter Miami defended in an organized manner and did not give the opponent any serious chances. The hosts maintained the result and secured another important three points.

After this victory, Inter Miami reached 28 points and is currently in 4th place in the overall league table. Portland remains in 21st place with 14 points.

MLS, May 18

Inter Miami — Portland 2:0
Goals: Messi, 31; Berterame, 42.

Inter Miami: St. Clair, Frey, Mora 46, Lujan, Mikael, Reguilon, Bright, Ayala 82, de Paul, Segovia, Messi, Suarez, Pinter 66, Berterame, Plumbek 83.

In short, Inter Miami won convincingly at home, and Messi once again delivered results. 1 goal, 1 assist, and a full match — the Argentine star remains at the heart of the team's play. The show continues in Miami.