Lionel Messi Scores as Inter Miami's 10-match MLS Unbeaten Streak Ends in 3-1 Loss to Atlanta United

Atlanta United stuns Inter Miami 3-1 as Saba Lobjanidze scores twice, overshadowing Lionel Messi's lone goal in Major League Soccer.

Saba Lobjanidze stole the show from Lionel Messi with a stellar performance, scoring two goals to lead Atlanta United to a surprising 3-1 victory over league leaders Inter Miami in Major League Soccer. Despite Messi's goal, Inter Miami's 10-match winning streak came to an end as Atlanta United secured their first league win in nearly two months.

Lobjanidze found the back of the net twice, once in each half, while Jamal Thiaré added another goal in the 73rd minute to seal the win for Atlanta United. The victory snapped a nine-match winless streak for Atlanta United in MLS play, with their last league win coming back in March.

Atlanta United never trailed in the match, with Lobjanidze scoring late in the first half and adding another goal in the 59th minute. After Messi's goal, Atlanta United adopted a defensive approach, keeping all 10 field players in their own half to secure the victory.

Despite the loss, Inter Miami remains at the top of the Eastern Conference and the overall MLS standings, holding a one-point lead over Cincinnati. Inter Miami had been on a hot streak, going unbeaten in their last 10 MLS matches before the defeat to Atlanta United.

Looking ahead, Messi is set to represent Argentina in the upcoming Copa America tournament, which could see him miss several MLS matches. Inter Miami will have to navigate through this period without their star player, as they aim to maintain their position at the top of the standings.

Overall, the match was a setback for Inter Miami, but the first half of the season has been largely successful for the team. With Messi leading the way, Inter Miami is on pace for a strong season, with the hope of securing a playoff spot and potentially challenging for the MLS title.

Despite the defeat, Messi showed glimpses of his brilliance throughout the match, coming close to scoring on multiple occasions. His goal in the 63rd minute was a testament to his skill and precision, showcasing why he is considered one of the greatest players of all time.

As Inter Miami looks to bounce back from the loss, they will need to regroup and focus on the challenges ahead. With key players like Messi set to be absent due to international commitments, the team will need to rely on their depth and resilience to continue their strong start to the season.

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