In a thrilling encounter on April 11, 2026, Inter Miami played to a 2-2 draw against the New York Red Bulls at Nu Stadium in Miami. The match showcased key performances from both teams, with notable contributions from Lionel Messi and Germán Berterame.
The scoring opened in the 15th minute when Jorge Ruvalcaba found the back of the net for New York Red Bulls, giving them an early lead. However, Inter Miami responded just before halftime, with Mateo Silvetti scoring in the 45th+2 minute to level the match at 1-1.
In the second half, Lionel Messi assisted Germán Berterame’s goal in the 55th minute, putting Inter Miami ahead 2-1. The home team seemed poised for victory, but the Red Bulls fought back, with Adri Mehmeti scoring the equalizer in the 77th minute, resulting in a final score of 2-2.
Despite the draw, Inter Miami remains unbeaten in its last six Major League Soccer matches, with a record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses (3-1-3) after this match. However, the team has yet to secure a victory in its new stadium, raising questions about their performance at home.
New York Red Bulls, on the other hand, improved their record to 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses (3-2-2) following the match. The game also featured a controversial moment when Robert Voloder’s goal for New York was ruled out for offside in the 63rd minute, which could have changed the outcome.
After the match, Germán Berterame expressed optimism, stating, “I hope that now the floodgates have opened, and they’ll keep coming.” Meanwhile, Inter Miami’s coach Javier Mascherano reflected on the game, saying, “When we tied 1-1, we thought we had to go get it. At the end, the result is what it is.”
Looking ahead, Inter Miami’s next match is scheduled against the Colorado Rapids on April 18, 2026. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if the team can finally secure a win in their new home stadium.
