MLS, playing without Messi, beats Liga MX 3-1 in All-Star Game
Briefly

MLS All-Stars triumphed over Liga MX 3-1 in the All-Star Game held at Q2 Stadium, with more than 20,000 fans in attendance. Sam Surridge led MLS with an early goal in the 28th minute, followed by Tai Baribo's score in the 51st. Liga MX reduced the deficit to 2-1 with a goal from Gilberto Mora, but Brian White scored for MLS in the 80th minute to finalize the scoreline. Lionel Messi missed the match, facing possible suspension for his absence, while MLS has now won three of the last four encounters against Liga MX.
Sam Surridge opened the scoring with a goal in the 28th minute, heading a rebound from a blocked shot into the lower right corner, giving MLS an early advantage.
MLS extended their lead to 2-0 in the 51st minute with Tai Baribo scoring from a center position after receiving a well-placed pass from Diego Rossi.
Liga MX managed to score in the 64th minute, with Gilberto Mora converting a pass from Elias Montiel, narrowing the score to 2-1 before MLS sealed the game.
Brian White completed the scoring for MLS in the 80th minute, contributing to a 3-1 victory against Liga MX during the All-Star Game in Austin.
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