In a thrilling encounter at Nu Stadium, Inter Miami and New York Red Bulls battled to a 2-2 draw on April 11, 2026. The match showcased the talents of both teams, with Lionel Messi playing a crucial role in the action.
The scoring opened early, with Jorge Ruvalcaba netting for the Red Bulls in the 15th minute. Inter Miami responded just before halftime when Mateo Silvetti found the back of the net in the 45+2 minute, leveling the score. The second half saw Messi assist Germán Berterame’s goal in the 55th minute, giving Miami a brief lead.
However, the Red Bulls weren’t done yet. Adri Mehmeti equalized in the 77th minute, ensuring the match ended in a stalemate. This result means Inter Miami remains unbeaten in its last six MLS matches, while New York Red Bulls have struggled, managing just one win in their last five outings.
Despite the draw, Inter Miami’s performance was marked by missed opportunities, including a disallowed goal from Robert Voloder in the 63rd minute for offside. Messi, who was in the starting lineup, also missed a shot in the 49th minute, highlighting the pressure on the team to secure a win.
After the match, Germán Berterame expressed optimism, stating, “I hope that now the floodgates have opened, and they’ll keep coming.” Meanwhile, coach Javier Mascherano reflected on the match, saying, “When we tied 1-1, we thought we had to go get it. At the end, the result is what it is.”
Inter Miami’s next challenge comes against the Colorado Rapids on April 18, as they continue to seek their first victory at their new stadium. So far, they have yet to hold a lead in the venue, with 150 minutes played without a lead.
As the season progresses, the stakes are high for both teams. Inter Miami currently holds 11 points in the Eastern Conference standings, while the Red Bulls will need to regroup to improve their performance moving forward.
