The positive draw with a score of 2-2 concluded the match between the American team Inter Miami and the Brazilian team Palmeiras, which took place in the third round of the group stage of the 2025 Club World Cup.
Inter Miami's first goal was scored by Tadeo Allende in the 16th minute, followed by Luis Suárez adding the second goal for Inter Miami in the 65th minute. In the 80th minute, Paulinho scored Palmeiras' first goal, and Maurício Magalhães added the second goal in the 87th minute.
As a result, Palmeiras' points increased to 5, placing them at the top of the group standings, while Inter Miami also reached 5 points, securing second place.
For Messi, who celebrates his 38th birthday on Tuesday, the tie in Atlanta will see him face his former club PSG for the first time since leaving them in 2023.