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Chicago Fire 1-1 Inter Miami Summary: Score, Stats and Highlights
Messi’s league-leading 13th assist helped Inter Miami salvage a point after Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring for Chicago.
On Wednesday, Inter Miami drew 1-1 with the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field. Robert Lewandowski scored in the 10th minute before Carlos Casemiro equalized in the 48th minute off a corner kick from Lionel Messi.
An announced crowd of 63,094 watched the match, marking a club record attendance for the Fire. With Lewandowski on the roster, the team now averages 41,815 at Soldier Field, compared to 19,668 over previous dates.
Fire goalkeeper Chris Brady recorded six saves to preserve the draw, while Inter Miami goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair finished with two. Messi collected his league-leading 13th assist of the season during the competitive match.
Managing increased ticket demand, security needs, and media requests has challenged the Fire organization. Fire President Baldwin told the Sun-Times on Wednesday morning of a "massive outpouring of support and interest" from local athletes and celebrities.
Chicago, currently on a seven-match unbeaten streak, hosts the New England Revolution on Sunday. Inter Miami plays Nashville SC on Saturday as both teams pursue playoff positioning.
CHICAGO (AP) — Lionel Messi added his 13th attendance of the season, the MLS' highest number, by enabling Casemiro on Wednesday for the Inter Miami draw, 1-1 against the Chicago Fire.