Barcelona Ecuador’s Net Receives Messi’s First Goal in 2026

After approximately 40 days since the start, Argentine star Lionel Messi opened the year 2026 with a goal for his team, Inter Miami, in the United States.

This occurred during the friendly match against Ecuadorian club Barcelona, which ended in a 2-2 draw, as part of the preparatory tour that the American club is undertaking in South America in preparation for the new season.

Messi managed to score the first goal for his team after an impressive individual effort inside the penalty area, before placing the ball into the net with a precise left-footed shot.

Messi demonstrated his physical and technical readiness during the match, as he also contributed to the second goal with a decisive assist to his teammate Germán Bertrame.