Inter Miami falls to Nashville 4-1 in MLS match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Inter Miami lost to Nashville SC 4-1 in an MLS match on August 16, 2026. The match featured a missed penalty from Lionel Messi and a significant mistake by goalkeeper Rocco Ríos Novo, who misjudged a long clearance and allowed Nashville to score their equalizer. This error contributed to Miami's struggles throughout the night and ended their hopes of a comeback after trailing for most of the game. The defeat likely impacts Miami's position in the league standings.
- •Inter Miami played against Nashville SC on August 16, 2026.
- •Lionel Messi missed a crucial penalty in the match.
- •Goalkeeper Rocco Ríos Novo made a costly mistake leading to Nashville's equalizer.
- •Nashville SC scored four goals, securing a decisive victory over Miami.
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"We are still trying to understand.It was a difficult MLS night for Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates.Heavily beaten by Nashville (4-1), the Florida club experienced two major incidents during...
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