Inter Miami and D.C. United Play to 1-1 Draw at Audi Field

August 24, 2025 | Washington, D.C.

In a tightly contested Major League Soccer encounter on Sunday night, D.C. United and Inter Miami CF shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw at Audi Field. Jackson Hopkins put the hosts ahead early. Later, Baltasar Rodríguez scored his first MLS goal to earn a point for Miami.

**Early D.C. United Lead** D.C. United got on the board in the 13th minute. Jackson Hopkins, a homegrown player, seized a long clearance and finished off a nice buildup. Hopkins netted his first goal from the center of the box. This put René Weiler’s team ahead after they had pushed hard for the first 15 minutes.

Miami’s Response Frustrated in the first half, Inter Miami subbed in Sergio Busquets, Rodrigo De Paul, and Rodríguez at the break. The tactical shift paid off quickly. In the 64th minute, De Paul’s corner curled through the box. Rodríguez then fired a powerful first-time shot from outside the area into the top-right corner. This was his first MLS goal and tied the game.

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Notable Performances – Jackson Hopkins scored again, making it two games in a row. His calm play and sharp finishing secured United’s only goal. – - New arrival Baltasar Rodríguez made a strong impact, showing skill and calm on his first goal for Miami. - Rocco Ríos Novo made key saves to keep Miami in the game, including a quick stop from Hosei Kijima’s shot in the first half.

**Discipline** Both teams got one yellow card each: Brennan Cremaschi for Miami and Matti Peltola for D.C. United.

Looking Ahead The draw keeps Inter Miami (13-5-7, 46 points) close to the top of the Eastern Conference. On the other hand, D.C. United (4-15-9, 21 points) now has 11 matches without a win, which ends their playoff chances this season. Miami will travel to play Orlando City SC in the Leagues Cup semifinals on Wednesday, August 27. After that, they will return to regular-season play. D.C. United host Nashville SC next Saturday.