WATCH: Lionel Messi delivers unbelievable assist to Jordi Alba for Inter Miami's equalizer against the New York Red Bulls

The Argentine star showcased his extraordinary vision with a brilliant assist to left-back Jordi Alba, helping the Herons level the score at 1-1

  • Messi’s assist extended his league-leading playmaking record
  • Alba’s finish marked his first MLS goal of the 2025 season
  • Red Bulls had taken surprise lead through defender Alexander Hack

WATCH: Lionel Messi delivers unbelievable assist to Jordi Alba for Inter Miami's equalizer against the New York Red BullsWATCH: Lionel Messi delivers unbelievable assist to Jordi Alba for Inter Miami's equalizer against the New York Red BullsWATCH: Lionel Messi delivers unbelievable assist to Jordi Alba for Inter Miami's equalizer against the New York Red Bulls

After defender Alexander Hack gave the hosts a 1-0 advantage, Lionel Messi orchestrated Miami’s response with a moment of characteristic brilliance. The Argentine superstar collected the ball in midfield, played a one-two with Suarez before threading a perfectly weighted pass that carved open the Red Bulls defense, finding Jordi Alba’s well-timed run behind the backline. The Spanish left back made no mistake with his finish, slotting the ball past Carlos Coronel to level the score at 1-1 and ignite the home crowd.

,,

Messi and Inter Miami were 1-0 down after only 14 minutes, but walked into the half-time break 3-1 ahead after a brace from Telasco Segovia following Alba’s 24th-minute equaliser.

A win over New York Red Bulls would send Inter Miami into fifth place with 41 points on the Easter Conference table, with two games in hand over conference leaders , who have 46 points.