Messi sets up Miami goal in first game since Argentina retirement
Messi captained Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022.
Lionel Messi made his debut with Inter Miami in a 2-2 draw against Atlanta United on Saturday, marking his first appearance since retiring from international duty earlier in the week. The 39-year-old Argentine star, who led Argentina to World Cup victory in 2022 and a second-place finish in 2026, began the match by setting up a goal for Casemiro.
However, Atlanta equalized within three minutes as Casemiro inadvertently blocked a cross, which Miguel Almiron converted to equalize. Luis Suarez restored Miami's lead just before halftime, but Breel Embolo equalized for Atlanta in the 87th minute with a penalty kick. Messi, who has been among the top scorers in MLS this season with 18 goals, previously expressed uncertainty about continuing his playing career following his father's sudden death.
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