Messi, Mehmeti Spark 2-2 Draw at Nu Stadium
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Miami. Inter Miami and New York Red Bulls played to a 2-2 draw at Nu Stadium on Saturday night, April 12, 2026, after Mateo Silvetti and Germán Berterame scored for Miami and Jorge Ruvalcaba and 17‑year‑old Adri Mehmeti equalised for New York; Lionel Messi assisted Berterame’s goal and Miami extended its unbeaten MLS run to six matches.
Miami’s hopes of a first home win at the new stadium were frustrated this week when Mehmeti levelled in the 77th minute, leaving Inter Miami without a victory at Nu Stadium after also drawing with Austin FC last week; the point preserved New York’s away return and sets both teams to resume MLS play with updated standings on the table.
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Timeline
- 1. April 8, 2009: Lionel Messi scored for Barcelona; reports note this in chronological relation to Adri Mehmeti's birth.
- 2. Early April 2026: Inter Miami opened Nu Stadium and drew 2-2 with Austin FC in the stadium's opening fixture.
- 3. April 12, 2026 (Saturday): Inter Miami vs New York Red Bulls ended 2-2 at Nu Stadium; Ruvalcaba, Silvetti, Berterame and Mehmeti scored.
- 4. 77th minute, April 12, 2026: 17-year-old Adri Mehmeti scored his first MLS goal to level the match.
- 5. Post-match April 12–13, 2026: Inter Miami remained unbeaten in six MLS matches but still had not recorded a home win at Nu Stadium; both teams prepared for upcoming league fixtures.
Why it matters
If you're an Inter Miami fan, this match was a mixed bag. The team extended their unbeaten run, but still hasn't clinched a home win at Nu Stadium. For New York Red Bulls fans, Mehmeti's debut goal is a promising sign. If you're a soccer parent, consider sharing Mehmeti's story with your young athlete.
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