Messi logs 2 assists for Inter Miami in first match since retiring from international soccer

Lionel Messi recorded two assists in his first match since retiring from international soccer with Argentina, as Inter Miami drew 2-2 with Atlanta United on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Casemiro headed in a Messi corner in the 32nd minute, while Messi also set up Luis Suárez's 12th goal of the season just before halftime. Atlanta United equalized late through a Breel Embolo penalty in the 87th minute, leaving Inter Miami second in the Eastern Conference, 10 points behind first-place Nashville with 11 matches remaining.