Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez each provided a crucial assist to help lead Inter Miami to a 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake in the opening game of the 2024 MLS season.

In the first game of the 2024 MLS season, Inter Miami showcased their top players against Real Salt Lake. The star-studded lineup included Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba.

Taking full advantage of playing at home, Inter Miami controlled the match and scored the first goal in the 39th minute. Lionel Messi set up Robert Taylor for a shot that found its way past the Real Salt Lake goalkeeper, despite his efforts to block it. It was a well-deserved goal for Inter Miami.

Lionel Messi kept up his impressive performance for Inter Miami, almost winning a penalty when a Real Salt Lake player blocked his shot with his hand in the 60th minute. However, VAR review showed Sergio Busquets was offside earlier, leading to the referee not awarding the penalty.
Despite the missed penalty opportunity, the visiting team remained focused and had three good chances to equalize, but they couldn’t find the back of the net. The game was ultimately sealed when Messi and Luis Suarez worked together to set up Diego Gomez for a goal, making the final score 2-0.

In a swift move, Lionel Messi dribbled from the midfield towards the opposition’s penalty area before making a precise pass. Diego Gomez netted the ball after an excellent assist from Luis Suarez, securing a 2-0 victory for Inter Miami against Real Salt Lake in their inaugural match at MSL 2024.

This win was a much-needed boost for Inter Miami after a string of disappointing friendly matches leading up to the rough season start (with four losses, two draws, and only one victory). The upcoming match against LA Galaxy at 8:30 a.m. on February 26, Vietnam time, will be crucial for Lionel Messi and the rest of the team in the MLS 2024 season.