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Red Bulls Halt Inter Miami as Lionel Messi Scoring Run Snaps

Inter Miami lost 2-0 at Red Bull New York on Saturday as Lionel Messi came off the bench and saw his scoring run snap.

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Early Misfortune in New Jersey

Red Bull New York snapped Inter Miami's run of three straight wins on Saturday with a 2-0 result. Lionel Messi started the match on the bench following a busy week of international travel. He traveled to Oviedo, Spain, on Thursday to receive the Princess of Asturias award for Sports on Friday.

Miami fell behind early in Harrison, New Jersey. The hosts took the lead in the seventh minute through an own goal by Casemiro. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United midfielder turned a cross from Cade Cowell into his own net under pressure from teenage forward Julian Hall.

Messi Enters but Streak Ends

Messi entered the match as a substitute in the 56th minute. The eight time Ballon d'Or winner is the top scorer in the league with 25 goals this season, and his arrival provided a spark for the attack. His defense splitting pass created Miami's best opportunity for an equalizer, but Telasco Segovia struck a shot against the crossbar.

Miami continued to chase the game late on, leaving space behind them. New York secured the victory when Emil Forsberg scored with a simple finish from a Cameron Harper pass. The defeat brought an end to Messi's streak of 13 straight games for club and country with a goal contribution.

Impact on the Table

Miami remains second in the standings ahead of the rest of the weekend schedule. They sit 15 points behind Nashville, who clinched the Supporters' Shield earlier on Saturday. For the Red Bulls, the victory moved them into a playoff position with three regular season games remaining.

What it means for the next game

Inter Miami CF vs FC Cincinnati (MLS, Wed, 28 Oct): Inter Miami CF win 74%, draw 13%, FC Cincinnati win 13%; expected goals 3.49 to 1.52. Our safest pick: Inter Miami CF draw no bet.

New England Revolution vs Red Bull New York (MLS, Wed, 28 Oct): New England Revolution win 53%, draw 26%, Red Bull New York win 21%; expected goals 1.62 to 0.92. Our safest pick: New England Revolution or Draw.