Lionel Messi found the back of the net with a free-kick to give Inter Miami a 2-1 lead over Porto in their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group A clash at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Watch Messi's goal here.
Porto struck first in the eighth minute, with Samu Aghehowa converting from the penalty spot to give the Dragons an early lead. But Inter Miami responded after the break. Telasco Segovia pulled the Herons level in the 47th minute, finishing off a sharp move down the right.
Lionel Messi Freekick Inter Miami Vs Porto, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 - Watch
Weigandt surged to the byline and delivered a pinpoint cross, which Segovia met just outside the penalty spot, blasting it past Ramos with conviction.
Then came the moment of brilliance, Messi stepped up and bent a free-kick past the Porto goalkeeper to put Miami 2-1 ahead, turning the game on its head.
Lionel Messi Freekick, Inter Miami Vs Porto: Watch Referee's POV As Wonder Goal Settles FIFA Club World Cup Match
Messi is reportedly scheduled to visit India from December 13 to 15, with stops planned in Kolkata, Mumbai, and Delhi for a series of events celebrating his storied career and influence on the game.