Lionel Messi’s 900th career goal not enough for Inter Miami as Nashville advance in 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup

Inter Miami drew 1-1 with Nashville SC in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16, and you lived every moment of this thrilling match here on Bolavip.

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The match comes to an end as Inter Miami draw 1-1 with Nashville SC, but it is not enough to advance. Nashville SC move on to the quarterfinals on away goals, despite Lionel Messi’s historic 900th career goal.

Four minutes of stoppage time are added as Inter Miami push forward with urgency, showing signs of desperation as they edge closer to elimination from the competition.

Nashville SC make another double change as Hany Mukhtar and Andy Najar come off. Bryan Acosta and Josh Bauer enter as they look to hold the result and secure progression.

The game enters a decisive stretch as Inter Miami are forced to push forward in search of a goal. A 1-1 draw would see Nashville SC advance on away goals, increasing the urgency for a late winner.

Inter Miami make a double change as Facundo Mura and Yannick Bright come off the field. Luis Suarez and David Ayala come on as they look to regain control and push for a late winner.

A chaotic sequence inside the box leads to the equalizer as a series of rebounds and a poor clearance fall kindly for Nashville SC. Cristian Espinoza reacts quickly and strikes it on the volley, sending it into the net to level the match.

Nashville SC make another change as Matthew Corcoran comes off. Sandvik Tagseth enters as they continue to adjust in search of an equalizer.

A massive opportunity goes begging for Nashville SC as Cristian Espinoza delivers a perfect pass to Hany Mukhtar, who finds himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper. However, Mukhtar sends his effort over the bar, wasting a clear chance to equalize.

Lionel Messi delivers a free kick into the box, but Reed Baker-Whiting clears it out for a corner. Messi takes the corner himself, yet the Nashville SC defense clears once again.

Two set-piece opportunities go to waste for Inter Miami as they look to extend their lead.

Inter Miami make a change as Telasco Segovia comes off the field. Mateo Silvetti enters as they look to maintain control and add fresh legs in midfield.

Nashville SC make their first changes of the match as Warren Madrigal and Daniel Lovitz come off. Alex Muyl and Reed Baker-Whiting enter as they look to add fresh energy in their push for an equalizer.

Inter Miami continue to control the ball, managing possession well to limit any threat from Nashville SC. Meanwhile, Nashville SC are preparing changes as they look to push for an equalizer in the second half.

Inter Miami look sharp in the opening minutes of the second half, finding Tadeo Allende in an attacking move that nearly turns into a clear chance. However, the play is intercepted just before the shot.

They remain focused on extending the lead early to avoid any late complications against Nashville SC.

The second half is underway at Inter Miami CF Stadium as Inter Miami look to protect their lead, while Nashville SC push for an equalizer in this decisive Concacaf Champions Cup clash.

The first half comes to an end with Inter Miami holding a narrow lead over Nashville SC, thanks to Lionel Messi’s historic strike.

Inter Miami recover possession through Tadeo Allende, who quickly finds Lionel Messi to spark the move forward. Messi then plays it out wide to Facundo Mura, who pushes up and attempts a long-range effort, but the shot lacks power and is easily handled.

Two minutes of stoppage time are added at the end of the first half as Inter Miami hold their narrow lead over Nashville SC.

Bad news for Inter Miami as Sergio Reguilon suffers a muscular injury during a sprint and is unable to continue.

Reguilon is forced off, with Noah Allen coming on as his replacement.

Gonzalo Lujan is shown a yellow card after committing a foul on Hany Mukhtar as Nashville SC continue to push forward.

The match is temporarily stopped as Brian Schwake receives medical attention in a situation that has occurred more than once during the game.

It also appears to serve as a brief pause for Hany Mukhtar and Patrick Yazbek to break their fast for Ramadan. Play has now resumed.

The match has lost some of its early intensity after a fast-paced start from both sides, with the tempo noticeably dropping as the first half progresses.

Rain appears to be playing a role, as the pitch looks heavy and could be contributing to visible fatigue among the players, impacting the overall rhythm of the game.

Nashville SC begin to react as they look to level the match, with Hany Mukhtar acting as the key link between midfield and attack. Despite their efforts to build through him, they are still struggling to find space in the final third against a compact Inter Miami defense.

Sergio Reguilon wins a dangerous free kick after being fouled by Cristian Espinoza, giving Inter Miami a strong chance to extend the lead. Lionel Messi steps up to deliver the cross, but it is cleared away by the Nashville SC defense.

Lionel Messi reaches the 900-goal mark with today’s strike, a historic milestone that reignites the long-standing comparison with Cristiano Ronaldo, who had already surpassed that figure. The race between two of the greatest players ever continues to capture global attention.

While Messi got to 900 goals in 1,142 official matches, Cristiano Ronaldo reached the same milestone in his 1,238th official game on September 5, 2024, during Portugal’s 2–1 win over Croatia in the Nations League.

Rodrigo De Paul commits a foul on Hany Mukhtar, who takes the set piece himself and plays it short as part of a designed routine. The ball is worked to Cristian Espinoza, but his pass into the box is cut out by a strong defensive effort from Lionel Messi.

A brilliant team move from Inter Miami as Sergio Reguilon delivers a cross into the box, Lionel Messi controls, fakes past his defender, and fires a clinical strike across goal. A stunning finish that marks his 900th career goal—we are witnessing history at Inter Miami CF Stadium.

A massive opportunity goes to waste as Rodrigo De Paul delivers a brilliant pass to Tadeo Allende, who does everything right before setting up German Berterame. However, Berterame’s finish is poor and goes straight into the hands of goalkeeper Brian Schwake.

The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup match between Inter Miami and Nashville SC is underway, with both sides battling for a place in the quarterfinals.

Inter Miami lose a key piece as Sergio Reguilon is forced off due to injury, a significant blow considering his role since arriving this season as Jordi Alba’s replacement. His connection with Lionel Messi had already started to show promise, including the buildup that led to Messi’s historic 900th career goal.

There is still no official update on the severity of the injury, but there will be concern around the team as they await further evaluation.

Inter Miami and Nashville SC are now on the pitch as the pregame protocol gets underway at Inter Miami CF Stadium.

Former Chase Stadium. now named as Inter Miami CF Stadium, is a soccer-specific venue located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. Built on the site of the former Lockhart Stadium, the 21,550-seat ground serves as the current home for Inter Miami during the construction of their new stadium.

The venue is also home to Inter Miami II in MLS Next Pro and provides the stage for tonight’s decisive Concacaf Champions Cup clash against Nashville SC.

Inter Miami and Nashville SC have developed a competitive recent history, with both sides trading results across MLS and Concacaf Champions Cup action. Their latest meeting ended in a 0-0 draw in the first leg, leaving everything to be decided in this second matchup.

• March 11, 2026: Nashville 0-0 Inter Miami (Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 - First Leg)
• November 8, 2025: Inter Miami 4-0 Nashville SC (MLS Playoffs Game 3)
• November 1, 2025: Nashville SC 2-1 Inter Miami (MLS Playoffs Game 2)
• October 24, 2025: Inter Miami 3-1 Nashville (MLS Playoffs Game 1)
• October 18, 2025: Nashville 2-5 Inter Miami (MLS)

Here's Nashville's confirmed lineup for the Concacaf Champions Cup match against Inter Miami: 

Brian Schwake; Andy Najar, Jeisson Palacios, Maxwell Woledzi, Daniel Lovitz; Patrick Yazbek, Matthew Corcoran; Cristian Espinoza, Hany Mukhtar, Warren Madrigal; Sam Surridge.

Inter Miami have officially announced their starting XI for tonight’s decisive Concacaf Champions Cup clash against Nashville SC. Lionel Messi leads the attack as they look to secure a place in the quarterfinals.

Inter Miami lineup: St Clair; Facundo Mura, Lujan, Micael, Sergio Reguilon; Yannick Bright, Rodrigo De Paul, Telasco Segovia, Tadeo Allende; Lionel Messi, German Berterame.

Concerns over Lionel Messi’s availability grew after he was absent in the MLS matchup against Charlotte FC last Saturday, but that decision was purely tactical as he was given rest. The focus has been on keeping him fresh for this decisive Concacaf Champions Cup clash.

Messi is expected to feature against Nashville SC, as the tournament has been a clear priority and his rest was part of that plan. All signs point toward him leading the attack in this crucial second leg at Inter Miami CF Stadium. 

Inter Miami vs Nashville SC will get underway at 7:00 PM ET (PT: 4:00 PM)

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Welcome to our live blog of this Round of 16 showdown. Inter Miami face Nashville SC at Inter Miami CF Stadium in a decisive second leg after a 0-0 draw in the opener, with a spot in the quarterfinals on the line.

Stay with us for key information, match insights, and minute-by-minute updates as Lionel Messi leads the action in Fort Lauderdale.