Inter Miami Sad After Loss, Even With Messi’s Goal
Inter Miami could have recovered from their CONCACAF Champions League semi-final defeat to become the table toppers in Major League Soccer (MLS). But Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano’s team are on the verge of further decline in the top flight of American club football. Despite a goal from the Argentine captain, the Florida club were utterly devastated by Minnesota United. Inter Miami dominated the match at the opponent’s stronghold, Allianz Field. The difference in possession between the two teams was huge. Without Luis Suarez, Miami struggled with finishing despite having 74 percent of the ball. The visitors conceded two goals in both halves. Messi’s goal only reduced the margin of defeat. Host Minnesota defeated Miami by a large margin of 4-1. Former Uruguayan star Suarez was absent from the match for personal reasons. Miami also felt his absence in attack, and the game was rhythmless despite having the ball at their feet most of the time. Miami conceded two goals befor...