According to reports, the match between Minnesota United and Inter Miami in the 11th week of the MLS was underway with a 3-1 deficit for Javier Mascherano’s team at the opponent’s home stadium until the 70th minute.

Although Lionel Messi’s teammates had a better start, the first half ended with a 2-0 lead for the hosts. However, the second half began with a better performance from Mascherano’s team, and Inter Miami’s Argentine superstar managed to reduce the deficit just three minutes after the referee’s whistle, thanks to a smart assist from Jordi Alba.

The interesting point about this goal was the nostalgic collaboration between the former Barcelona stars. Fans of Barcelona had seen similar goals during the golden era of the club with Messi and Alba, and now the memories of these two former left-footed players were relived with this goal.

Additionally, this was Messi’s sixth goal in this season’s MLS competitions. He had also scored five goals in the Concacaf Champions League, where Inter Miami was eliminated in the semifinals last week.