Sports News of Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Source: goal.com

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Lionel Messi put Inter Miami up 2-0 over the Philadelphia Union in the 20th minute with a stunning long-range finish.

WHAT HAPPENED? Lionel Messi scored his ninth goal of the 2023 Leagues Cup to put Inter Miami up 2-0 early over the Philadelphia Union Tuesday evening. The goal came from over 30 yards out, as the Argentine picked out a corner against three-time MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Andre Blake.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: With the goal, Messi further extended his lead in the race for the Golden Boot and Inter Miami are en route to a finals appearance if the result holds.

WHAT NEXT FOR INTER MIAMI AND LIONEL MESSI?: They will look to hold onto their 2-0 lead over the Union and close-out the match from here on out.