Messi scores a super goal to help Inter Miami win

After suffering a right hamstring injury from the win over Necaxa that forced Messi to sit out two games, Lionel Messi was on the bench this morning against LA Galaxy.

Inter Miami ended the first half with 1 goal. Jordi Alba opened the scoring after a through ball that penetrated the entire defense of Sergio Busquets.

In the second half, Messi entered the field, but before the 38-year-old superstar could "warm up", LA Galaxy suddenly poured cold water on him. Joseph Paintsil made a brave breakthrough, passed two defenders and fired a tricky shot, the ball hit goalkeeper Oscar Ustari and went into the net, leveling the score at 1-1.

As the match entered the 84th minute, the score was still 1-1, and Inter Miami needed a moment of explosion. And the fans didn't have to wait long.

From a pass from his close friend Rodrigo De Paul, Messi performed a "trademark" dribble, gliding past two opposing defenders before unleashing a powerful left-footed shot. The ball went as straight as a thread, giving goalkeeper Micovic no chance to block it.

Just 5 minutes later, Messi continued to wow the audience. With an improvised backheel from outside the box, he put Luis Suarez one-on-one with the goalkeeper. The Uruguayan striker made no mistake, easily sealing a 3-1 victory for the home team. A stunning combination, reminiscent of their glorious days at Barcelona.

This victory not only brought back 3 valuable points, but also affirmed the formidable strength of Inter Miami, a team that is increasingly dependent on the quartet Messi - Suarez - Alba - Busquets. With the appearance of De Paul, the pink team's playing style is even more cohesive.

The win over LA Galaxy is the perfect start for Inter Miami ahead of the challenging Leagues Cup quarterfinals on the morning of August 21. If they overcome UANL, they will advance to the semi-finals to face the winner of the Orlando City - Toluca match, moving closer to the championship.