DC United vs Inter Miami LIVE: Halftime! (0-2) 2026 MLS season

The first half comes to an end with Inter Miami holding a solid lead. Goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi give the Herons a comfortable advantage, while DC United head into the break still searching for answers in attack.

The fourth official signals that two minutes will be added at the end of the first half as DC United continue searching for a way to break down Inter Miami’s defense.

Inter Miami allow DC United to have more of the ball but remain compact defensively, closing spaces effectively. DC United control possession for stretches, yet they lack clear ideas in attack and are struggling to create danger to cut into the deficit.

A huge opportunity goes begging for DC United as Pirani finds himself alone in front of goal after a great recovery. However, he takes too long to shoot and Yannick Bright tracks back to close him down and win the ball cleanly. Moments later, Lionel Messi produces one of his trademark moves cutting inside before firing a low shot from outside the box that goes just wide of the post.

Keisuke Kurokawa tries his luck with a left-footed strike from outside the box, but the attempt sails well over the crossbar.

Lucas Bartlett sees his attempt denied as the shot is blocked by the defense. DC United are trying to respond and reduce the deficit after the two early goals from Inter Miami.

Inter Miami double their lead with a brilliant attacking sequence. The play begins with Micael, who finds Mateo Silvetti. Silvetti cuts inside and delivers a perfect pass into space for Lionel Messi, who runs onto it and finishes with sublime composure.

Lionel Messi leads the attacking move and tries to create space near the edge of the box, but the defense manages to get a touch on the ball. The rebound falls to Rodrigo De Paul, who attempts another shot from medium range, but his effort goes wide of the target.

DC United look shaken after conceding, and Inter Miami are trying to take advantage of the moment by controlling possession and pushing forward in search of a second goal. Lionel Messi has been very involved, constantly dropping into space and helping the Herons maintain their attacking rhythm.

Inter Miami take the lead after a great recovery from Telasco Segovia following a costly mistake by Silvan Hefti. Segovia quickly sets up Rodrigo De Paul, who finishes calmly from the right side and places the ball to the left of the goalkeeper to open the scoring.

DC United attempt their first effort from long range as Hopkins tries his luck from distance. However, Dayne St. Clair reacts comfortably and gathers the shot without trouble.

Both sides are showing plenty of imprecision in the opening minutes, with neither DC United nor Inter Miami creating clear danger so far. Inter Miami are seeing more of the ball, but they are still struggling to turn that possession into meaningful chances.

Inter Miami produce the first moderately dangerous chance of the match down the left flank. After a series of rebounds inside the box, the ball falls to Rodrigo De Paul, whose weak shot is easily collected by the DC United goalkeeper.

Matti Peltola is brought down in his own half after a challenge from Yannick Bright. DC United earn a free kick as they look to build from the back early in the match.

The match between DC United and Inter Miami is underway at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.

Filip Dujic is the designated referee for tonight’s MLS matchup between DC United and Inter Miami.

VAR duties will be handled by Gonzalez, who will assist the refereeing team in monitoring key incidents throughout the match.

Inter Miami have confirmed their lineup for tonight’s MLS matchup against DC United as the Herons look to secure their second win of the 2026 MLS season with Lionel Messi leading the attack.

Dayne St. Clair; Noah Allen, Micael Silva, Maximiliano Falcon, Facundo Mura; Yannick Bright, Rodrigo De Paul, Mateo Silvetti, Telasco Segovia; Lionel Messi, German Berterame.

DC United have announced their starting lineup for tonight’s MLS clash against Inter Miami. They will look to take advantage of the home atmosphere in Baltimore as they try to secure an important result early in the season.

Sean Johnson; Keisuke Kurokawa, Kye Rowles, Lucas Bartlett, Silvan Hefti; Hopkins, Brandon Servania, Matti Peltola, Pirani; Tai Baribo.

Lionel Messi is expected to start and wear the captain’s armband for Inter Miami this afternoon as Javier Mascherano’s side search for their second win of the MLS season. He comes into the match after a dominant performance in last week’s Florida Derby.

Everything indicates that Messi trained normally during the week without any setbacks, reinforcing the expectation that he will be in the starting lineup as Inter Miami face DC United in Baltimore.

M&T Bank Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Baltimore, Maryland. Opened in 1998, it has served as the home of the Baltimore Ravens of the NFL and sits next to Oriole Park at Camden Yards, where the Baltimore Orioles play their home games.

The stadium has a capacity of 71,008 spectators, making it a much larger venue than DC United’s usual home. Because of the excitement surrounding Lionel Messi and Inter Miami’s visit, DC United opted to host this MLS matchup in Baltimore to allow more fans to attend.

Inter Miami and DC United have faced each other several times in recent MLS seasons, with the Herons holding the advantage in their latest encounters.

September 20, 2025: Inter Miami 3-2 DC United (MLS)
August 23, 2025: DC United 1-1 Inter Miami (MLS)
May 18, 2024: Inter Miami 1-0 DC United (MLS)
March 16, 2024: DC United 1-3 Inter Miami (MLS)
July 8, 2023: DC United 2-2 Inter Miami (MLS)

DC United vs Inter Miami will get underway at 4:30 PM ET (PT: 1:30 PM)

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Welcome to our live blog coverage of tonight’s MLS matchup! DC United face Inter Miami at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore as Lionel Messi and the Herons look to secure their second win of the 2026 MLS season.

Stay with us for key information, match insights, and minute-by-minute updates as DC United and Inter Miami battle it out in Baltimore.