Lionel Messi showcased his talent once again with a stunning direct free-kick in Inter Miami's 2-2 draw against San Diego in Major League Soccer. This goal marked Messi's 20th of the season, reinforcing his position atop the scoring charts.
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The free-kick, taken in the 23rd minute, hit the post before finding the back of the net, bringing Inter Miami level after San Diego took an early lead in the 12th minute through Danish forward Dane Anders Dreyer. Dreyer later added a second goal in the 82nd minute, shortly after Luis Suarez had briefly given Inter Miami the lead in the 74th minute with a well-placed strike from a tight angle inside the penalty area.
With this latest performance, Messi remains the top scorer in Major League Soccer, while Suarez has reached 13 goals for the season. Together, they have contributed 33 of Inter Miami's 63 goals this year.
Argentine coach Kelly Gonzalez led his first league match following Inter Miami's recent Cup victory over Cruz Azul of Mexico. The team now sits on 46 points, tied with the New England Revolution, and is actively competing for a top position in the Eastern Conference playoff race, which also involves Houston and St. Louis.