Messi sets up Miami goal in first game since Argentina retirement

Lionel Messi provided an assist in Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with Atlanta United in Florida ​on Saturday in the Argentine's first appearance since retiring from international duty earlier this week, Reuters reported. 

Messi, who captained Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022 and a runners-up finish ​in 2026, started for Miami in a ​match that kicked off more than 90 minutes ⁠late due to heavy rain and lightning.