Lionel Messi scores first goal for Inter Miami since father’s death

Messi's 26th-minute goal in the MLS fixture comes just 11 days after the passing of his father Jorge on August 8.

Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer draw on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union.

Messi celebrates his first goal since his father's death  marca.com

Inter Miami-Union was the showcase match of the night, billed as Messi versus Sullivan, and it did not disappoint.

In the 26th minute at Subaru Park, Messi shook off his marker and sent a left-footed shot into the net before being embraced by his teammates.

Messi has a goal and assist as Inter Miami plays the Union to a 2-2 draw  Toronto Star

Lionel Messi had a goal and assist as Inter Miami and the Philadelphia Union played to a 2-2 draw

Aug 19 : Lionel Messi scored his first goal since the death of his father, Jorge, earlier this month, giving Inter Miami a 2-1 halftime lead over the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday.Messi's father and longtime representative died aged 68 on August 8 in Rosario, Argentina. In the 26th minute at Subaru Park, Messi shook

Lionel Messi goal provides Inter Miami a spark on the road against Philadelphia  Miami Herald

Miami coach stresses need for privacy as Lionel Messi trains for MLS matches  ESPN

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, passed away last week at the age of 68

The Argentina captain played for Inter Miami a day after issuing an emotional statement.

Lionel Messi makes a substitute appearance for Inter Miami on Wednesday following the death of his father and hinting he may retire.

Lionel Messi made an emotional return to Inter Miami after his father’s death, but it wasn’t enough as they exited the Leagues Cup.

Lionel Messi made a poignant return to Inter Miami for an important Leagues Cup clash, just days after the passing of his father, Jorge Messi. Amidst emotions and uncertainties about his future in football, Messi stepped onto the field. Unfortunately, Inter Miami fell short, losing 3-2 to Club Leon, which dashed their