Without Messi, Inter Miami returned to losing, thrashed 5-2 by Atlanta United.
At the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta United defeated Inter Miami 5-2, handing the Herons their first defeat in the new era since Lionel Messi's arrival.
As Campana, Facundo Farias, and Dixon Arroyo spearheaded the assault, Miami got out to a stronger start and presented a constant danger to Atlanta United's backline.
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After a right-footed drive hit the top corner of the post, Campana was waiting to pounce on the rebound and beat Brad Guzan in goal.
Miami was thrilled, but it didn't last long because Atlanta United quickly equalized.
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Brooks Lennon found Tristan Muyumba inside the box after cutting inside the right, but the ball hit the post and rolled into goalie Drake Callendar's hands.
However, VAR showed that the ball had truly crossed the line and counted as a goal for Atlanta United even though he eventually made the save.
The euphoria of the equalizer helped Atlanta gain momentum on the attack and score twice more in the first half.
However, Miami provided some assistance to the home team in their second goal, as Kamal Miller diverted Xande Silva's shot into the net.
With a right-footed effort from the middle of the box to the lower left corner, Lennon scored the third for Atlanta just before the halftime break.
Campana scored Inter Miami's second goal from the penalty spot thanks to a handball.
After the goal, Miami maintained the majority of possession, but they were unable to take advantage of any opportunities created.
Messi is expected to return to action when Inter Miami hosts Toronto on Thursday, September 21, 2023.
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