Lionel Messi scores as Inter Miami draw 2-2 with Philadelphia

Lionel Messi scored his first goal since the death of his father Jorge, who passed away aged 68 in Rosario earlier this month, as Inter Miami drew 2-2 with Philadelphia Union on August 20, 2026. Philadelphia took the lead through Indiana Vassilev in the 11th minute before Daniel Pinter equalized for Miami following a headed pass from Luis Suarez. Messi's return to form came after he had previously come back as a substitute against Leon five days after his father's death.