{
  "id": 1282305,
  "title": "Messi’s Dreadful Penalty Record Worsens After Another Costly Miss in Miami Defeat | VIDEO",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/messis-dreadful-penalty-record-worsens-after-another-costly-miss-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T13:39:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/messis-dreadful-penalty-record-worsens-after-another-costly-miss-in-miami-defeat-video"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a top-of-the-table MLS clash between Inter Miami and Nashville SC, Lionel Messi suffered another poor penalty performance, adding to his growing list of misses. The Argentine captain had an opportunity to level the game in the 23rd minute after Inter Miami were awarded a penalty. However, his effort was weak, and Nashville goalkeeper Brian Schwake saved it comfortably. This is a rare moment of failure for a player known for his reliability in front of goal. Messi's penalty misses have become an unexpected weakness, especially considering his extraordinary career record of scoring in vital moments. He has converted numerous spot-kicks throughout his career, but his failures in high-pressure situations have often come under scrutiny, with his latest miss adding to the pressure.",
  "summary": "Lionel Messi endured another frustrating night from the penalty spot as Inter Miami suffered a 4-1 defeat to Nashville SC on Saturday. The result came in a top-of-the-table MLS clash, with Miami unable to keep pace after a costly missed chance. For Messi, the biggest talking point was once again his dreadful penalty record. Messi had a chance to level the game in the 23rd minute after Miami were…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}