Inter Miami rests Messi, most starters, vs. D.C
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Messi made his injury return, scoring a game-deciding goal in the 84th minute, Jordi Alba (43’) and Luis Suarez (89’) also scored goals, and Inter Miami beat the defending MLS Cup champion L.A. Galaxy 3-1 at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16.
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal against Los Angeles Galaxy in the second half of their MLS match at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner [email protected]
Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will not travel or play with Inter Miami in their Saturday, Aug. 23 MLS match at D.C. United.