Inter Miami secured their spot in the 2024 Major League Soccer playoffs with a convincing 2-0 victory over FC Cincinnati. The star of the match was Luis Suárez, who scored both goals to lead his team to victory. Despite a red card to Tomás “Toto” Avilés in the first half, Miami was able to hold off second-place Cincinnati in the second half to clinch the win.
Celebrity Spectators and Missing Stars
The match was not without its fair share of celebrity spectators, with Lionel Messi and Tom Brady in attendance. Messi, who has been plagued by injuries this season, has only appeared in 12 of Miami’s 26 MLS games. The Argentine superstar is still recovering from an ankle ligament injury sustained during the Copa América final. Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino is hopeful that Messi will return before the end of the regular season to bolster the team’s playoff aspirations.
This victory marks a significant milestone for Inter Miami, as they return to the postseason for the first time since 2022. Last season, Miami failed to qualify for the playoffs, finishing in 14th place in the Eastern Conference. With the top seven teams from each conference automatically qualifying for the playoffs, Miami’s current first-place position bodes well for their postseason prospects.
With the regular season winding down and the playoffs on the horizon, Inter Miami finds themselves in a prime position to make a deep postseason run. Leading the Eastern Conference with 56 points in 26 games, Miami has built an eight-point lead over second-place Cincinnati. With eight regular-season games remaining, Miami also has their sights set on the 2024 Supporters’ Shield and the potential to set a new team points record.
Inter Miami’s victory over FC Cincinnati not only secured their place in the playoffs but also solidified their status as one of the top teams in the league. With key players stepping up in crucial moments and the return of Lionel Messi on the horizon, Miami fans have plenty to be excited about as they look ahead to the postseason.
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