Inter Miami CF (3W-1L-1D, 10 points) secured a 2-3 win on the road over New York City FC this afternoon to extend its unbeaten run to four this MLS regular season. The first goals from defenders Gonzalo Luján and Micael in Inter Miami colors, as well as a strike from captain Leo Messi, powered Inter Miami to victory at Yankee Stadium in New York City.
Lineup Notes
Inter Miami took the pitch with Dayne St. Clair in goal; Ian Fray, Gonzalo Luján, Micael, and Noah Allen formed the back four; Yannick Bright and David Ayala started deep in midfield; Mateo Silvetti, Messi and Telasco Segovia played further ahead; Tadeo Allende led the team in attack.
Match Action
Inter Miami pulled ahead early in the 4th minute, with center back Luján taking advantage of a rebound after an initial attempt from Segovia that was blocked, and striking from the center of the box. Notably, Luján’s goal was the first of his career.
New York City FC equalized in the 17th minute with a goal from Nicolás Fernández.
Messi came close to reclaiming the lead for Inter Miami, rattling the left post in the 31st and 42nd minutes with curlers from outside the box, but the 1-1 scoreline held through the first half.
The home side took the lead in the 59th minute with a goal from Agustín Ojeda.
Messi struck shortly after to equalize for Inter Miami in the 61st minute, scoring from a free kick to take his tally to four this 2026 regular season.
Inter Miami reclaimed its lead in the 74th minute, with a towering header from Micael from the right end of the box to capitalize on a pinpoint cross from Allen from the left side of the pitch. The goal was Micael’s first in Inter Miami as an Inter Miami player, while the assist was the second for Allen this league campaign.
On the other end of the pitch, Inter Miami was rock solid at the back to preserve the lead. Notably, Ayala made a key block to deny an attempt from NYCFC’s Talles Magno from inside the box in the 90th minute, while St. Clair saved a header from Aiden O’Neill in the fifth minute of stoppage time.
The 2-3 scoreline ultimately remained unchanged and Inter Miami claimed all three points at Yankee Stadium.
Post-Match Reaction
“The team and the players showed great character to come back and turn the game around. They took the lead, and it’s not easy to deal with that. But I think the team showed its character and determination. So we’re very happy with the win, especially because of the way the team played,” said head coach Javier Mascherano.
Next Match
Next, Inter Miami will play its first home game of the season when it hosts Austin FC on April 4 for the historic inaugural match at Nu Stadium. Secure your tickets for the historic occasion HERE.
Stats
Possession:
NYC - 44.6%
MIA - 55.4%
Shots:
NYC - 11
MIA - 22
Saves:
NYC - 5
MIA - 3
Corners:
NYC - 7
MIA - 7
Fouls:
NYC - 13
MIA - 14
