With Messi goal, Inter Miami get dream moment as they finally find home

Inter Miami delivered on a months-long promotional campaign on Saturday, taking the pitch at Nu Stadium for a 2-2 draw against Austin FC. Leading up to the fixture, the club consistently advertised the venue with the straightforward message, “We’re coming home.” The Saturday match marked the fulfillment of that pledge, as the organization officially settled into its new permanent facility.

The contest featured a goal from Lionel Messi, which helped Inter Miami secure a point in their new surroundings. The 2-2 result reflected a tightly contested matchup, with both sides earning a share of the points as the hosts navigated their first competitive outing at the venue.

By aligning its on-field performance with its marketing efforts, Inter Miami successfully completed its transition to Nu Stadium. The draw against Austin FC confirmed the club’s arrival at its established home, closing out the promotional period and marking the beginning of regular competition at the facility.