Messi has a goal and assist as Inter Miami plays the Union to a 2-2 draw

On Wednesday night, Lionel Messi scored a goal and provided an assist as Inter Miami faced off against the Philadelphia Union in a 2-2 draw. The match took place in Chester, Pennsylvania.

Inter Miami's first goal of the game came in the 21st minute when Messi's cross was headed on by Luis Suarez, allowing Daniel Pinter to score from close range. Later in the game, Messi showcased his dribbling skills by cutting inside from the left and curling a shot into the net from 12 yards out, marking his first goal since returning to action following his father's passing.

The Philadelphia Union took the lead early in the first half through Indiana Vassilev's volleyed goal. The Union continued to hold onto their lead until 18-year-old defender Neil Pierre equalized the score in the 58th minute with a header. Cavan Sullivan assisted for Vassilev's goal, marking his seventh assist of the season.

The game saw interference from disciplinary issues, with both teams receiving red cards in stoppage time. Yannick Bright of the Union and Cavan Sullivan of Inter Miami were involved in a scuffle, resulting in both players being shown the red card. Despite this, Inter Miami finished the match on a 2-2 draw, with Messi contributing 13 goals and nine assists in 17 MLS games this season.