Messi’s league-high 13th assist sets up Casemiro for equalizer as Inter Miami ties Fire 1-1

Chicago's Inter Miami secured a 1-1 draw against Chicago in front of 63,094 spectators at Soldier Field, marking the highest crowd for a Fire match at the venue. Lionel Messi contributed to the game by setting up Carlos Casemiro for the equalizer, marking his 13th assist of the season. The match began with a goal from Robert Lewandowski for Chicago, their sixth in his first nine MLS appearances.

Inter Miami's Chris Brady made a crucial save, guarded by Dayne St. Claire, keeping the Fire ahead at halftime. Despite the draw, Inter Miami remains second in the Eastern Conference, trailing Nashville SC by 10 points. The team aims to become the first to win back-to-back championships since the 2011-12 Los Angeles Galaxy, while Chicago boasts a seven-match unbeaten streak at home, including a 7-3-1 record at Soldier Field.