Inter Miami secured a dominant 5-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls, with Lionel Messi delivering a stellar performance that included two goals and two assists. The Argentine's influence was pivotal as Inter Miami dismantled the Red Bulls on their home ground.

The match saw an initial setback for Inter Miami when the New York Red Bulls took an early lead. However, Inter Miami quickly responded, with Messi playing a crucial role in the equalizer. He provided an excellent assist to Jordi Alba, who scored to level the score. Shortly after, Messi was again involved in the build-up, delivering a secondary assist as Alba found Telasco Segovia, who put the ball in the net, giving Inter Miami the lead. Segovia scored again before halftime, capping off a sequence of play that saw the ball fall to his feet.

In the second half, Inter Miami continued to press, and Messi eventually found the net himself in the 60th minute, thanks to a through ball from Sergio Busquets. Fifteen minutes later, Messi scored again, connecting with a cross from Luis Suarez, who was set up by Benjamin Cremaschi. The scoring was completed by the 38-year-old, putting the ball past the RBNY goalkeeper Carlos Coronel to make it 5-1. Telasco Segovia also scored twice in the match.

This victory was a significant response from Inter Miami after their midweek defeat to FC Cincinnati. Messi and Alba are now set to join the MLS All-Stars before Inter Miami returns to face FC Cincinnati at home.

Overall, the match highlighted Messi's impact on Inter Miami, with his goals and assists leading the team to a convincing win against the New York Red Bulls.