Messi misses penalty again as Miami suffer third straight defeat

Lionel Messi missed a penalty for the third consecutive time as Inter Miami suffered a 4-1 defeat to Eastern Conference leaders Nashville SC, extending their losing run to three matches.

Argentina and Miami captain Messi was denied from the penalty spot in the first half and issued a yellow card in the 59th minute but also assisted Inter's lone goal.

Messi had a penalty kick saved as Nashville produced a dominant display to extend its lead at the top of the MLS Eastern Conference

Nashville SC beats Inter Miami, Messi, 4-1 as Hany Mukhtar scores 2 in the second half  Toronto Star

Hany Mukhtar scored a pair of second-half goals and Nashville SC beat Lionel Messi and Inter Miami 4-1 in a match featuring the top two teams in the Eastern Conference to remain atop the MLS standings

Messi has 3rd straight penalty miss as Nashville routs Miami  ESPN

Inter Miami get exposed by Nashville SC, while Lionel Messi has penalty saved to rub salt in the wound  MARCA

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.

Argentina star Lionel Messi hinted at retirement on Wednesday before featuring in Inter Miami's defeat by Leon.

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