Messi opens the scoring with a composed left‑footed finish from the center of the box into the bottom right corner, putting Inter Miami 1–0 up. Sergio Reguilón provides the assist with a well‑timed pass into space.

Messi carries the ball in his own half and draws a foul, winning a free kick in the defensive half and relieving pressure.

Under pressure near his own goal, Messi concedes a corner to Nashville, sending the ball behind to ensure safety.

Messi threads a pass to Tadeo Allende on the right, whose tight‑angle right‑footed shot is tipped over in the top right corner by Brian Schwake.

Messi swings in a delivery that finds Germán Berterame, whose header from the center of the box is saved by Brian Schwake.

Messi drives down the left wing and is fouled, winning a free kick in an advanced wide area for Inter Miami.