Lewandowski scores first brace in MLS, draw for Messi and defeat for Griezmann

Robert Lewandowski marked his home debut for the Chicago Fire with a decisive brace, securing a 2-1 victory against Charlotte FC. A crowd of 32,183 spectators at Soldier Field witnessed the Polish striker's impactful performance.

Charlotte had taken the lead in the 18th minute through Pep Biel, but Lewandowski quickly responded, equalizing less than 93 seconds later with a precise shot. In the second half, he completed his brace, converting an assist from Robin Lod to seal the win for the Fire.

Meanwhile, Lionel Messi returned to action for Inter Miami after a brief rest but could not secure a victory. His team drew 2-2 with Columbus Crew, a result influenced by an own goal from Casemiro and a late equalizer from Columbus's Brais Méndez. Messi came on as a substitute in the 53rd minute when Inter Miami was leading 2-1.

In another match, Antoine Griezmann's Orlando City suffered a 2-3 defeat against the New York Red Bulls. Griezmann, the former Atlético Madrid forward, was unable to find the back of the net in this encounter. The Union staged a comeback against Atlanta United, winning 3-2 with late goals, while other matches saw draws between Montreal and New England Revolution (2-2), and Los Angeles FC and Vancouver Whitecaps (1-1).