Messi returns to action for Inter Miami in Columbus draw
Lionel Messi made his return for Inter Miami after an extended post-World Cup break, featuring in the MLS champions' 2-2 draw with Columbus Crew.
After an extended break following the World Cup, Lionel Messi returned to the Inter Miami lineup. The Argentinian star was back on the pitch as the Major League Soccer champions played out a 2-2 draw with Columbus Crew.
Messi's return was a notable moment, as the attacker had not featured for his club since the World Cup. The match against Columbus provided the stage for his comeback, and he helped Inter Miami secure a share of the points. While the result was not a victory, the main talking point was Messi's presence on the field and his reintegration into the team.
Inter Miami entered the match as the reigning MLS champions, and they will now look to build on this performance with Messi available again. The extended post-World Cup break meant that the star had been out of competitive action for some time, and the draw against Columbus offered a chance to regain match sharpness.
The 2-2 scoreline shows that there is still work to be done, but Messi's return is a positive development for the club. As the season progresses, his form and fitness will likely be key to Inter Miami's ambitions. For now, his comeback appears to have gone smoothly, with the team taking a point from the match against Columbus.
