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Messi, Suárez ensure draw at Miami’s new stadium opener

PUBLISHED Apr 5, 2026, 3:29 AM ET

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Messi, Suárez ensure draw at Miami’s new stadium opener

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Miami — Inter Miami played the inaugural match at Nu Stadium on Saturday, drawing 2-2 with Austin FC as Lionel Messi scored early and Luis Suárez volleyed a late equaliser to level the match at the club’s newly opened 26,000-plus capacity venue. The draw left Inter Miami unbeaten in recent MLS action and featured a ribbon-cutting with co-owner David Beckham and MLS Commissioner Don Garber; club officials celebrated the stadium opening while Austin extended a short winless stretch following the match.

By Michael Grant | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Inter Miami played home matches at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale while pursuing a permanent stadium.
Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami prior to this period and contributed early-season goals entering the opener.
Nu Stadium held its official inauguration with a ribbon-cutting attended by David Beckham and MLS officials.
On April 5, the inaugural match ended Inter Miami 2–2 Austin FC, with Messi and Suárez scoring for Miami.
Post-match, club leadership and organizers highlighted the stadium opening while on-field performance discussions focused on late defensive lapses.

News Intelligence

If you're a soccer fan, this is a big deal. A new stadium means more seats, more games, and more chances to see stars like Messi and Suárez in action. Plus, Inter Miami's unbeaten streak shows they're a team to watch. Check out the Nu Stadium's schedule for upcoming matches.

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Who Benefited

Inter Miami ownership, including David Beckham, stadium organizers and local businesses benefited from global visibility, commercial exposure and the ceremonial inauguration of the Nu Stadium during a high-profile match.

Who Impacted

Austin FC missed a chance to win and extended a brief winless run, while some fans and players were denied a clear celebratory victory on opening night.

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Articles Published:: 6
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Who Impacted

Austin FC missed a chance to win and extended a brief winless run, while some fans and players were denied a clear celebratory victory on opening night.