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Messi's Penalty Miss as Nashville Defeats Inter Miami 4-1

Aug 16, 2026
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Aug 16, 2026 05:31
Messi sees penalty saved as Nashville routs Inter Miami in MLS

## Nashville Dominates Inter Miami

In a significant MLS match, Nashville SC defeated Inter Miami 4-1. The game, held at GEODIS Park, saw Nashville maintain their unbeaten home record.

## Messi's Missed Opportunity

Lionel Messi, captain of Inter Miami, missed a crucial penalty in the first half. His attempt was saved by Nashville's goalkeeper Brian Schwake. Despite this, Messi assisted in Miami's only goal, scored by Telasco Segovia in first-half stoppage time.

## Nashville's Strong Performance

Nashville's Andy Najar opened the scoring with a header in the 17th minute. Hany Mukhtar, the 2022 MLS MVP, restored Nashville's lead in the 49th minute after Miami's equalizer. Sam Surridge extended the lead, and Mukhtar added another goal to secure the win.

## Standings and Records

With this victory, Nashville leads the MLS standings with 43 points. Inter Miami, previously on a seven-match unbeaten streak, remains second with 38 points. Nashville had previously eliminated Miami from the CONCACAF Champions Cup earlier this year.

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