Jamal Thiaré scored a dramatic goal in the ninth minute of stoppage time, leading the Columbus Crew to a 2-1 victory over Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. Josef Martínez, who recently joined the Crew, opened the scoring with a penalty in the 28th minute. Messi equalized for Miami with a skillful free kick in the 33rd minute. Despite having less possession, Columbus outshot Miami and secured the win with Thiaré’s late goal. Miami’s Santiago Morales received a red card in stoppage time, adding to the tension. The Crew’s victory highlights their resilience and strategic play against a strong Miami team led by Messi, who is a top scorer in the league. This match underscores the competitive nature of MLS and the impact of key players like Messi and Martínez.
QUESTION: How might the presence of international stars like Lionel Messi in MLS influence the popularity and development of soccer in the United States?
Jamal Thiaré scores in 9th minute of stoppage time, Crew beats Inter Miami and Leo Messi 2-1
