Liga MX Secures First-Ever MLS All-Star Game Win with Late Surge
In a highly anticipated matchup, Liga MX dominated the MLS All-Stars, winning 4-1 at the packed Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio. Juan Brunetta and Maximiliano Meza scored crucial goals in the second half to seal the deal, while Oussama Idrissi and Germán Berterame added to the scoreboard in the first half.
The absence of the highly anticipated Lionel Messi, who suffered an ankle injury, took some sheen off the event, but the top players from both leagues put on a show. The MLS All-Stars got off to a decent start, with Cucho Hernandez scoring an equalizer in the 17th minute to cancel out Berterame’s opener. However, Idrissi’s strike just before halftime gave Liga MX the upper hand.
The second half was where the game really took off, with Brunetta’s clinical finish in the 68th minute putting his team ahead for good. Meza added insult to injury, scoring the insurance goal just minutes later to ensure a comfortable win.
"I’m thrilled with the performance of our players," said Liga MX coach Andre Jardine. "We knew it would be a tough game, but our lads showed great composure and determination to come out on top."
The win marks the first MLS All-Star Game victory for Liga MX, who had previously lost on penalties and in a 1-1 draw. The defeat will surely sting for the MLS All-Stars, but they can take solace in a promising performance from their goalkeeper, Unai Bilbao, who made crucial saves throughout the game.
As we look ahead to the upcoming Leagues Cup, which kicks off on Friday, this result serves as a strong reminder of the competitiveness and quality that exists between the two leagues. Don’t miss out on the action as the rivalry heats up!
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