Messi Goal, Assist Lead Miami Past Portland Timbers
- On Sunday, Lionel Messi scored a goal and assisted another as Inter Miami defeated the Portland Timbers 2-0 at Nu Stadium, securing the club's first win at their new 26,000-seat venue.
- Messi opened the scoring in the 31st minute, then German Berterame extended the lead in the 42nd minute off a Messi assist after goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair deflected Cole Bassett's shot in the 11th minute.
- The organized supporters group La Familia remained silent until the 85th minute in protest, reportedly upset that players had not acknowledged their presence at the new stadium.
- Forward Tadeo Allende underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his right knee to address recent discomfort, though the club provided no specific timetable for his return.
- Portland coach Phil Neville faced his former club for the first time since his 2023 firing; close friends with Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham, Neville expected coaching changes when Messi arrived.
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Messi's goal, assist lead Inter Miami to 2-0 win over Portland and first victory at Nu Stadium
Lionel Messi had a goal and assisted on another as Inter Miami won its first game at Nu Stadium, 2-0 over the Portland Timbers on Sunday.German Berterame also scored for Inter Miami, which had three draws and a loss at its new 26,000-seat stadium before Sunday's victory. Inter Miami defeats Portland Timbers, secure first win at Nu StadiumMessi opened the scoring with his 13th goal of the season in the 31st minute. Luis Surez sent a pass inside t…
In Sunday's Inter Miami victory over the Portland Timbers, the Ballon d-Gold was once again featured in the brand-new Nu Stadium.

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