It was a night all soccer fans waited for! Bright lights lit the stadium. Fans wore their favorite team colors. Everyone was ready for the big game between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC.
Among the Miami players was Lionel Messi. Fans cheered loudly when they saw him. Kids had posters with his face. He is a soccer hero for many.
In the first half, Miami played well. They passed the ball and found openings. And then, it happened! Messi scored the first goal. The crowd went wild!
Charlotte FC didn't give up. They tried hard and played with heart. They wanted to score too. And soon, they did! It was 1-1. The game was exciting!
Before the break, Messi showed his magic again. He scored another goal. Miami was leading 2-1. Fans sang and danced with joy.
In the second half, Miami played with more energy. They moved fast and strong. And they scored once more! Now, the score was 3-1.
Charlotte FC tried to score more goals. But Miami's defense was good. The final whistle blew. Miami won the match!
This win was big for Inter Miami. They came closer to the Leagues Cup trophy. Fans left the stadium happy, talking about the great game. They couldn’t wait for the next match!