Messi missed the panenka penalty, Inter Miami suffered a bitter defeat.

Messi missed a penalty in the panenka style, and Inter Miami suffered a 0-3 defeat away to Charlotte FC in the Major League Soccer (MLS) 2025 season on the morning of September 14th.

Lionel Messi had a forgettable evening as Inter Miami visited Charlotte FC in the MLS. This match was crucial in Inter Miami's efforts to climb out of seventh place in the Eastern Conference.

In the 32nd minute, they were awarded a penalty after a dispute in the penalty area. Although the situation wasn't entirely clear, the referee pointed to the penalty spot. Lionel Messi stepped up to take a panenka-style penalty, but the ball went weakly and goalkeeper Kahlina easily saved it.

Messi and his teammates had a disappointing match - Photo: Inter Miami

Just a minute after the missed shot, the Inter Miami defense lost concentration, allowing Vargas to break down the right wing and cross the ball to Idan Toklomati, who finished accurately to open the scoring for Charlotte. This goal put Inter Miami under immense pressure during a crucial period.

Before the match, Messi's availability was in doubt as he had just returned from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers with Argentina. However, coach Javier Mascherano still included him in the starting lineup, considering it a tactical decision that had been agreed upon. After the match, Javier Mascherano confirmed that Messi was completely healthy and ready to play.

The situation where Messi missed the penalty.

Inter Miami faces further difficulties as Luis Suarez is suspended for three matches for his clash with Steven Lenhart, meaning the club loses a key attacking player in upcoming matches.

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