Argentine midfielder Rodrigo de Paul has joined Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami a few days after leaving Atletico Madrid. Although his loan move has been criticized in the country’s sports community for this transfer. He made his debut in the Miami jersey, the same day Messi-Alvaro returned from suspension. And on the same day (Thursday), the Florida club won with Messi’s pair of assists.
Club Atlas faced Inter Miami at the home ground Chase Stadium this morning. In the previous match, Messi and De Paul watched the game sitting in the gallery, and the team did not win that day either. Today, Miami showed a great performance as soon as they took the field. Telasco Segovia and Marcelo Vigant scored one goal each in their 2-1 victory.
However, Miami’s victory was confirmed just before the referee blew the final whistle. In the sixth minute of stoppage time, Marcelo Vigant, assisted by Messi, broke the tie and secured victory for the pink jersey holders. Thanks to which Miami earned all three points in the first match of the League Cup. De Paul’s debut was good for them, and his chemistry with Sergio Busquets gave the team a glimpse of how much pressure in the midfield will keep them free. Although the score was goalless in the first half of the match. One of Suarez’s shots hit the post and the Atlas goalkeeper made two good saves.
The deadlock of the match was broken in the 60th minute. Busquets and Messi got the ball in the box and Segovia got it. Although the Argentine superstar could have taken the shot. However, Segovia made no mistake in putting the ball into the net with one touch when he got the opportunity. Atlas equalized in the 80th minute. Rivaldo Lozano got the ball in the box and beat two Miami defenders to make the scoreline 1-1.
The regulation and injury time were coming to an end, but a draw for the second consecutive match would have added to the disappointment of the home fans. Vaigant went up and played the ball with a few people, and finally, like the last goal, Messi entered the box and passed the ball. Before that, he gave and received a one-two pass from Suarez. In the end, the Miami defender secured the 2-1 victory with a quick shot. Although they celebrated with this, Miami had to wait for the final decision of VAR for a while.
FAQ
When did Rodrigo De Paul make his debut for Inter Miami?
Rodrigo De Paul made his debut for Inter Miami during their League Cup match against Club Atlas, which took place on a Thursday.
How did Lionel Messi perform after returning from suspension?
Messi had a stellar performance, providing two assists and helping Inter Miami secure a 2-1 victory.
Who scored the goals for Inter Miami in the match against Club Atlas?
Telasco Segovia and Marcelo Vigant scored the goals, with Messi assisting both.
What impact did De Paul have on his debut for Inter Miami?
De Paul’s presence added control to the midfield, and his chemistry with Sergio Busquets showed promise for the team’s future performances.
