Inter Miami defeated DC United 2-1 in MLS, with Lionel Messi scoring a brilliant goal to help secure the win. Check out the highlights and goals here.© Patrick Smith / Getty ImagesLionel Messi of Inter Miami.
Inter Miami defeated DC United 2-1 in the MLS, with Lionel Messi playing a decisive role with a brilliant goal. Inter Miami built a two-goal lead in the first half through Rodrigo De Paul and Messi, controlling possession and setting the pace of the match in Baltimore.
DC United tried to respond after the break and gradually increased the pressure in the attacking third. Their persistence paid off when Tai Baribo scored from close range after a rebound, cutting the deficit and giving the home side hope late in the match.
Despite the late push from DC United, Inter Miami stayed compact defensively and managed the final minutes to secure the victory. The result gives the Herons their second win of the 2026 MLS season as they continue climbing the Eastern Conference standings.
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06:37PM90′ – Full time! (1-2)
The match comes to an end with Inter Miami securing a 2-1 victory over DC United. Goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi give the Herons the win, while DC United’s late goal from Tai Baribo was not enough to complete the comeback.
06:33PM90+5′ – De Paul misses chance to seal it (1-2)
Rodrigo De Paul misses a huge opportunity to put the game away after a dangerous Inter Miami attack. He finds himself in front of goal but fails to convert, letting DC United stay alive in the closing minutes.
06:31PM90′ – Five minutes added (1-2)
The fourth official signals five minutes of added time as DC United push forward searching for the equalizer, while Inter Miami try to hold onto their narrow lead.
06:29PM88′ – Substitution for Inter Miami (1-2)
Inter Miami make another change as Telasco Segovia leaves the field and Gonzalo Lujan Melli comes on to reinforce the team for the closing minutes.
06:23PM82′ – Substitution for DC United (1-2)
DC United make another change as Jackson Hopkins leaves the field and Caden Clark comes on, adding fresh energy to the midfield as they continue pushing for the equalizer.
06:22PM81′ – DC United push for the equalizer (1-2)
DC United are pushing hard and look very close to finding the equalizer as they increase the pressure in the attacking third. Inter Miami now face a dilemma between defending their narrow lead or pushing forward for a third goal, knowing it could leave them exposed at the back.
06:17PM75′ – GOAAAAAAAL for DC United! (1-2)
DC United pull one back after a dangerous attacking move. Hopkins receives a through pass and fires a low cross-shot that Dayne St. Clair manages to save, but the rebound falls perfectly for Tai Baribo, who reacts quickly and finishes from close range.
06:12PM71′ – Substitution for Inter Miami (0-2)
Inter Miami make a change as Mateo Silvetti leaves the field and Tadeo Allende comes on, giving the Herons fresh legs for the final stretch of the match.
06:10PM69′ – Munteanu misses with header (0-2)
Louis Munteanu gets on the end of a cross from Silvan Hefti and attempts a header inside the box. However, the effort goes well over the bar and lacks power, allowing Inter Miami to breathe easily.
06:05PM64′ – DC United come close with spectacular attempt (0-2)
DC United nearly produce a stunning goal after Keisuke Kurokawa wins the ball down the flank and sends in a cross. Hopkins brings it down inside the box, and the rebound falls to Louis Munteanu, who attempts an acrobatic bicycle-style volley that flies just wide. It would have been a spectacular finish.
06:02PM61′ – Substitutions for DC United (0-2)
DC United make their first changes of the match. Pirani and Brandon Servania come off, while Louis Monteanu and Nikola Markovic enter as DC United look for a spark in attack.
05:59PM58′ – Yellow card for Peglow (0-2)
The first booking of the match goes to Peglow after a hard foul on Rodrigo De Paul. The referee shows the yellow card as Inter Miami prepare to take the free kick.
05:55PM54′ – Wasted free kick for DC United (0-2)
Mateo Silvetti commits a foul on Pirani, giving DC United a free kick in a promising position. However, the opportunity is completely wasted as the delivery fails to trouble the Inter Miami defense.
05:51PM51′ – Two quick fouls from DC United (0-2)
DC United commit two consecutive fouls as the second half settles in. Hopkins first brings down Mateo Silvetti, and moments later Matti Peltola fouls Rodrigo De Paul, giving Inter Miami another free kick in midfield.
05:46PM45′ – Second half is underway! (0-2)
The second half begins at M&T Bank Stadium with DC United looking for a quick response, while Inter Miami aim to maintain control and protect their two-goal advantage.
05:30PM45′ – Halftime! (0-2)
The first half comes to an end with Inter Miami holding a solid lead. Goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi give the Herons a comfortable advantage, while DC United head into the break still searching for answers in attack.
05:28PM45′ – Two minutes added (0-2)
The fourth official signals that two minutes will be added at the end of the first half as DC United continue searching for a way to break down Inter Miami’s defense.
05:26PM43′ – Inter Miami sit back as DC United struggle to create (0-2)
Inter Miami allow DC United to have more of the ball but remain compact defensively, closing spaces effectively. DC United control possession for stretches, yet they lack clear ideas in attack and are struggling to create danger to cut into the deficit.
05:21PM38′ – Big chance for DC United and Messi responds (0-2)
A huge opportunity goes begging for DC United as Pirani finds himself alone in front of goal after a great recovery. However, he takes too long to shoot and Yannick Bright tracks back to close him down and win the ball cleanly. Moments later, Lionel Messi produces one of his trademark moves cutting inside before firing a low shot from outside the box that goes just wide of the post.
05:16PM33′ – Kurokawa misses from distance (0-2)
Keisuke Kurokawa tries his luck with a left-footed strike from outside the box, but the attempt sails well over the crossbar.
05:15PM31′ – Bartlett’s shot blocked (0-2)
Lucas Bartlett sees his attempt denied as the shot is blocked by the defense. DC United are trying to respond and reduce the deficit after the two early goals from Inter Miami.
05:11PM28′ – GOOOOOOAL for Inter Miami! (0-2)
Inter Miami double their lead with a brilliant attacking sequence. The play begins with Micael, who finds Mateo Silvetti. Silvetti cuts inside and delivers a perfect pass into space for Lionel Messi, who runs onto it and finishes with sublime composure.
05:09PM25′ – De Paul tries again from distance (0-1)
Lionel Messi leads the attacking move and tries to create space near the edge of the box, but the defense manages to get a touch on the ball. The rebound falls to Rodrigo De Paul, who attempts another shot from medium range, but his effort goes wide of the target.
05:05PM22′ – Inter Miami push after the opener (0-1)
DC United look shaken after conceding, and Inter Miami are trying to take advantage of the moment by controlling possession and pushing forward in search of a second goal. Lionel Messi has been very involved, constantly dropping into space and helping the Herons maintain their attacking rhythm.
05:00PM18′ – GOAAAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI! (0-1)
Inter Miami take the lead after a great recovery from Telasco Segovia following a costly mistake by Silvan Hefti. Segovia quickly sets up Rodrigo De Paul, who finishes calmly from the right side and places the ball to the left of the goalkeeper to open the scoring.
04:59PM16′ – First shot for DC United (0-0)
DC United attempt their first effort from long range as Hopkins tries his luck from distance. However, Dayne St. Clair reacts comfortably and gathers the shot without trouble.
04:56PM14′ – Possession but little precision (0-0)
Both sides are showing plenty of imprecision in the opening minutes, with neither DC United nor Inter Miami creating clear danger so far. Inter Miami are seeing more of the ball, but they are still struggling to turn that possession into meaningful chances.
04:51PM8′ – First attacking move for Inter Miami (0-0)
Inter Miami produce the first moderately dangerous chance of the match down the left flank. After a series of rebounds inside the box, the ball falls to Rodrigo De Paul, whose weak shot is easily collected by the DC United goalkeeper.
04:48PM4′ – Foul on Matti Peltola (0-0)
Matti Peltola is brought down in his own half after a challenge from Yannick Bright. DC United earn a free kick as they look to build from the back early in the match.
04:43PM0′ – Game is underway! (0-0)
The match between DC United and Inter Miami is underway at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
04:20PMToday’s referees
Filip Dujic is the designated referee for tonight’s MLS matchup between DC United and Inter Miami.
VAR duties will be handled by Gonzalez, who will assist the refereeing team in monitoring key incidents throughout the match.
04:00PMInter Miami confirmed starting XI
Inter Miami have confirmed their lineup for tonight’s MLS matchup against DC United as the Herons look to secure their second win of the 2026 MLS season with Lionel Messi leading the attack.
Dayne St. Clair; Noah Allen, Micael Silva, Maximiliano Falcon, Facundo Mura; Yannick Bright, Rodrigo De Paul, Mateo Silvetti, Telasco Segovia; Lionel Messi, German Berterame.
03:56PMDC United confirmed lineup!
DC United have announced their starting lineup for tonight’s MLS clash against Inter Miami. They will look to take advantage of the home atmosphere in Baltimore as they try to secure an important result early in the season.
Sean Johnson; Keisuke Kurokawa, Kye Rowles, Lucas Bartlett, Silvan Hefti; Hopkins, Brandon Servania, Matti Peltola, Pirani; Tai Baribo.
03:50PMIs Lionel Messi playing?
Lionel Messi is expected to start and wear the captain’s armband for Inter Miami this afternoon as Javier Mascherano’s side search for their second win of the MLS season. He comes into the match after a dominant performance in last week’s Florida Derby.
Everything indicates that Messi trained normally during the week without any setbacks, reinforcing the expectation that he will be in the starting lineup as Inter Miami face DC United in Baltimore.
03:30PMToday’s venue
M&T Bank Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Baltimore, Maryland. Opened in 1998, it has served as the home of the Baltimore Ravens of the NFL and sits next to Oriole Park at Camden Yards, where the Baltimore Orioles play their home games.
The stadium has a capacity of 71,008 spectators, making it a much larger venue than DC United’s usual home. Because of the excitement surrounding Lionel Messi and Inter Miami’s visit, DC United opted to host this MLS matchup in Baltimore to allow more fans to attend.
03:10PMHead-to-head: Inter Miami and DC United recent meetings
Inter Miami and DC United have faced each other several times in recent MLS seasons, with the Herons holding the advantage in their latest encounters.
September 20, 2025: Inter Miami 3-2 DC United (MLS)
August 23, 2025: DC United 1-1 Inter Miami (MLS)
May 18, 2024: Inter Miami 1-0 DC United (MLS)
March 16, 2024: DC United 1-3 Inter Miami (MLS)
July 8, 2023: DC United 2-2 Inter Miami (MLS)
02:30PMDC United and Inter Miami clash in 2026 MLS regular season
Welcome to our live blog coverage of tonight’s MLS matchup! DC United face Inter Miami at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore as Lionel Messi and the Herons look to secure their second win of the 2026 MLS season.
Stay with us for key information, match insights, and minute-by-minute updates as DC United and Inter Miami battle it out in Baltimore.
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