Lionel Messi scores once and provides an assist as Inter Miami beats the Portland Timbers 2-0 in its first match at the team’s new Nu Stadium. Across reports, the match is described as Inter Miami’s breakthrough at the 26,000–27,000-seat venue after a start that included three draws and one loss. Messi opens the scoring in the 31st minute, adding to his season total, and later contributes to another goal through an attacking sequence that ends with a teammate finishing. German Berterame is also listed as the other Inter Miami scorer.
The accounts agree on the overall result, the involvement of Messi in both goals, and the timing of his strike early in the first half. They also note that Inter Miami’s win comes after earlier struggles at the new stadium, marking the club’s first victory there. The Portland goalkeeper is identified as James Pantemis, who is beaten by Messi in the opening goal.
