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Lionel Messi’s brilliance was cancelled out as Inter Miami fell to a 2-1 defeat against Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. A late capitulation, punctuated by Santiago Morales’ dismissal, allowed the hosts to snatch all three points in stoppage time.

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Los Angeles FC have parted ways with head coach Marc Dos Santos less than a year into his first season as full-time head coach. Dos Santos, who was promoted from assistant to head coach in January, has overseen a difficult campaign that has seen the projected Western Conference favorites slip down the standings.

The South African international has finally made his competitive return to the pitch following a three-month absence due to a serious thigh injury. The Chicago Fire defender was back in the starting lineup for the Major League Soccer side as they secured a vital victory on the road.