Robert Lewandowski and Rodrigo de Paul exchange words in MLS draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 8:21 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Chicago Fire and Inter Miami drew 1-1 in their MLS match held on September 9. The contest featured Robert Lewandowski and Lionel Messi, though a separate on-field confrontation drew significant attention in the final minutes. During the 86th minute, Lewandowski and Ian Fray engaged in a physical altercation after a shove sent the Miami defender to the ground. Rodrigo de Paul intervened, directing verbal remarks toward Lewandowski regarding his career achievements and trophy count. Lewandowski responded to the confrontation with a laugh as the teams concluded the match at a stalemate. The match included an early goal from Lewandowski in the 8th minute of play.
- •Chicago Fire and Inter Miami tied 1-1 on September 9.
- •Robert Lewandowski scored in the 8th minute of the match.
- •A late altercation involved Robert Lewandowski and Ian Fray.
- •Rodrigo de Paul confronted Robert Lewandowski following the clash with Ian Fray.
- 8:21 AMYahoo Sports — 😡 Who are you, you idiot? - World champion confronts Lewandowski
"There was plenty of drama in that one! On the night before Thursday, Chicago Fire and Inter Miami faced off in the MLS and drew 1-1. It was the clash of the two superstars: Robert Lewandowski against ...
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