It appeared Toronto FC was going to take a shock lead into the break against Inter Miami this evening in south Florida, but Lionel Messi had other plans.
Javier Mascherano's side were dominant throughout the first-half, but they were stunned the dying minutes when Federico Bernardeschi nabbed a late goal for the shock lead.
The stunner came just minutes after Leo Messi saw his opener chalked off by VAR for a foul in the box, much to the chagrin of the home side.
Messi's goal was disallowed due to a foul committed by Messi in the buildup. pic.twitter.com/3n4BkPQlrx
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When it looked like the Herons would head into the break in a hole, Messi did what Messi does and responded in kind, lashing the ball into the net with nearly the last kick of the half.
IMMEDIATE RESPONSE FROM MESSI. 💥
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What a strike to pull it level in South Florida. pic.twitter.com/FAbGekqfAI
Toronto have been a thorn in Miami's side for a number of years now, and it appears we may have another MLS classic unfolding at Chase Stadium!
Buckle up, people!
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