Inter Miami secured their third consecutive victory in the MLS regular season, defeating Atlanta United FC 3-1. Captain Lionel Messi scored a brace, and German Berterame added another goal.
The win extended Inter Miami's winning streak, with Luis Suarez also reaching 100 goal contributions for the club during the match.
The teams were evenly matched in the opening minutes before Inter Miami's attack took control of the game. Messi nearly scored with a free kick in the 41st minute, but the Atlanta goalkeeper made a save.
Berterame then gave Inter Miami the lead just before halftime, scoring with a header in the 45th minute. This goal came from a precise cross from the right by Suarez.
This strike marked Berterame’s ninth goal of the regular season, while the assist brought Suarez’s tally to 11.
Inter Miami's consistent performance has been a key factor in their recent success in the league.
