"Archery at Arrowhead," Lionel Messi nets absolute screamer at legendary KC venue

Leo Messi and Luis Suarez shone in Inter Miami's much-need win at the Arrowhead Stadium—home venue of Sporting KC and the current Super Bowl champions Kansas City Chiefs.

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Inter Miami CF just pulled off a nail-biting 3-2 victory against Sporting Kansas City at the Arrowhead Stadium, packed to the brim with a record 72,000+ fans.

But it wasn't all smooth sailing. Sporting Kansas City drew first blood, sneaking in a goal just six minutes into the game. But Miami's own Diego Gómez had something to say about that. Coverting a stellar assist from Messi, Gómez slammed one home and leveled the score at 1-1.

Then came the magic hour. Messi himself unleashed a rocket of a shot with his left foot to put Inter Miami ahead. Talk about a captain leading by example!

Archery at Arrowhead

-wrote @ayham.alam.31

 Messi only scores bangers

-tweeted @DerrickAnokye12

But Sporting Kansas City wasn't ready to throw in the towel just yet. They clawed their way back leveling the score at 2-2 with a goal from Erik Thommy in the 58th minute.

Yet, it was Inter Miami who had the final say, as Luis Suárez capitalized on a perfectly delivered cross from Gómez in the 71st minute to seal the victory for his team.

70’ I Gómez recupera el balón gracias a la presión alta y se la sirve a Suárez que no perdona💥#SKCvMIA 2-3 pic.twitter.com/EjjS9tqNr3

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) April 14, 2024

Following the match, head coach Gerardo 'Tata' Martino expressed his satisfaction with the team's performance, noting the importance of the win as they strive to maintain their position at the top of the standings.

Looking ahead, Inter Miami sets its sights on their upcoming fixture against Nashville SC at Chase Stadium on April 20.