In a thrilling clash at Nu Stadium, Inter Miami and the New York Red Bulls played to a dramatic 2-2 draw on April 11, 2026. The match showcased a blend of skill and determination, with both teams exchanging goals that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The scoring opened early when Jorge Ruvalcaba found the back of the net for the New York Red Bulls in the 15th minute, setting the tone for an intense match. However, Inter Miami responded just before halftime, with Mateo Silvetti scoring in the 45’+2′ minute, leveling the score and giving the home crowd a reason to cheer.
In the second half, the spotlight shone on Lionel Messi, who assisted Germán Berterame’s goal in the 55th minute, marking Berterame’s first goal for Inter Miami. “I hope that now the floodgates have opened, and they’ll keep coming,” Berterame expressed after the match, reflecting on his breakthrough moment.
Despite the momentum shifting in favor of Inter Miami, the Red Bulls fought back. Adri Mehmeti scored the equalizer in the 77th minute, ensuring that the match would end in a stalemate. “Unfortunately, it hurts because I think the team did more than enough to be able to win the match. We couldn’t get the result we wanted,” lamented Javier Mascherano, head coach of Inter Miami, highlighting the frustration of not securing a victory.
As the match drew to a close, Messi had a chance to clinch the win for Inter Miami with a free kick in the final minutes, but the opportunity slipped away, leaving the score locked at 2-2. This match marked a continued struggle for Inter Miami, which remains winless at Nu Stadium after two matches, while also extending their unbeaten streak to six MLS matches.
The draw leaves Inter Miami with a record of 3-1-3, while the New York Red Bulls sit at 3-2-2. Both teams are looking to build on their performances as they head into their next fixtures. Inter Miami will face the Colorado Rapids on April 18, hoping to finally secure a victory at home.
As the season progresses, observers will be keen to see how both teams adapt and respond to the challenges ahead. For Inter Miami, the pressure is on to convert strong performances into wins, while the Red Bulls will look to capitalize on their momentum from this hard-fought draw.
