Lionel Messi made a memorable entrance at Inter Miami's newly inaugurated Nu Stadium by scoring a goal in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Austin FC on Saturday. The stadium, with a capacity of 26,000, symbolizes the culmination of a long quest for a permanent home for the club. Co-owner David Beckham expressed his joy during the pre-game ribbon-cutting ceremony, reflecting on the years of effort to bring the stadium to life. Austin FC surprised the home crowd by taking an early lead through Guilherme Biro, who scored in the sixth minute. Messi quickly responded, equalizing with a rare headed goal shortly after. Despite dominating possession, Inter Miami faced a setback when Austin regained the lead in the second half. However, Luis Suarez equalized late in the game, only to have a second potential goal disallowed for offside. The match showcased both the excitement of a new beginning for Inter Miami and the competitive spirit of Austin FC.