Miami forward Lionel Messi took a shot from the right side of Columbus' box that Crew defender Malte Amundsen deflected with his body before the ball got to goalkeeper Patrick Schulte, stymying Messi's attempt. The Crew had control of the ball inside Miami's box and had multiple opportunities to create a goal but fell short.

Inter Miami is close to an agreement with Lionel Messi over a contract extension, which would see the Argentina forward lead his side into their new home at Miami Freedom Park next year. Messi joined Miami as a free agent in July 2023 on a deal that expires at the end of 2025 but — according to sources in the United States with knowledge of the situation — talks to prolong his stay are at an advanced stage and the 37-year-old is now expected to sign,