Substitute Fafà Picault scored for Inter Miami CF in the 89th minute, and Lionel Messi struck for the first time this MLS regular season in a dramatic 2-1 victory at Atlanta United FC on Sunday. Miami (3-1-0) triumphed despite six saves from Atlanta's Brad Guzan,

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Lionel Messi scored early and Fafà Picault scored the winner after subbing in late to rally Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday night. Picault's first goal this season came in his second appearance with an assist from defender Jordi Alba — his second — in the 89th minute.

Lionel Messi will not participate in Argentina's upcoming World Cup qualifying matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to an adductor injury. The 37-year-old was excluded from the 25-man squad announced by coach Lionel Scaloni on Monday.

Lionel Messi's injury occurred during Inter Miami's win over Atlanta United in the Major League Soccer. Argentina will play Brazil and Uruguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been left out of Argentina's squad for their next two World Cup qualifiers. The 37-year-old returned to Miami's starting line-up for their Major League Soccer win over Atlanta United but reportedly picked up an injury during Sunday's game.