In a thrilling encounter at Nu Stadium, the NY Red Bulls and Inter Miami battled to a 2-2 draw on April 11, 2026. The match was marked by standout performances and pivotal moments, including a crucial assist from Lionel Messi and a late equalizer from the Red Bulls.
The scoring opened early when Jorge Ruvalcaba found the net for the NY Red Bulls in the 15th minute, giving the visitors a promising lead. However, Inter Miami responded just before halftime, with Mateo Silvetti scoring in the 45’+2′ minute, leveling the match and energizing the home crowd.
After the break, the game continued to deliver excitement. Germán Berterame, assisted by Messi, put Inter Miami ahead with a goal in the 55th minute, marking Berterame’s first goal for the club. “I hope that now the floodgates have opened, and they’ll keep coming,” Berterame expressed after the match, highlighting his hopes for future performances.
Despite Inter Miami’s resurgence, the NY Red Bulls were not to be outdone. Adri Mehmeti scored the equalizer in the 77th minute, ensuring the match ended in a draw. Julian Hall played a pivotal role for the Red Bulls, assisting both of their goals, showcasing his playmaking abilities throughout the match.
Inter Miami’s head coach, Javier Mascherano, reflected on the match, stating, “Unfortunately, it hurts because I think the team did more than enough to be able to win the match. We couldn’t get the result we wanted.” He further added, “I believe that today the team deserved much more than what we got — that is the reality,” capturing the disappointment of the home side.
With this result, Inter Miami remains winless at Nu Stadium after two matches, holding a record of 3-1-3. Meanwhile, the NY Red Bulls improved to 3-2-2, demonstrating their resilience in a challenging away fixture. Despite the draw, Inter Miami has shown promise, remaining unbeaten in their last six MLS matches.
Looking ahead, Inter Miami will seek to secure their first victory at home when they face the Colorado Rapids on April 18. Fans are hopeful that the team’s recent performances will translate into a much-needed win.
The match was broadcast on Apple TV, allowing fans to catch all the action as it unfolded. As the season progresses, both teams will continue to strive for improvement and aim for higher standings in the league.
