Inter Miami CF Upset By Columbus Crew

     Inter Miami CF were taken by the Columbus Crew 2-1 at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on Sunday night. The Herons, who are 0-4-1 in their past five Major League Soccer contests, have their next game on October 10 when they host D.C. United. 

     In the first half, Columbus(8-14-5) broke out to a 1-0 lead in the 28th minute of play. Former Herons player Josef Martinez picked up the tally on a penalty kick as he placed in a right-footed shot into the low left corner of the net. 

     Inter Miami CF(12-5-10) tied it up 1-1 in the 33rd minute. Lionel Messi took a direct kick with his left foot on an acute angle from the right side outside of the penalty area. He curled the shot from 27 yards away into the top left corner of the cage. 

     The Crew made it 2-1 during stoppage time at the conclusion of the second half. Jamal Thiare volleyed in a rebound shot with his right foot from six yards out.