Messi‘s Inter Miami delivered a strong and determined response in tonight’s highly anticipated match at Chase Stadium, overcoming the Seattle Sounders with a convincing 3-1 victory. This result was particularly meaningful for Miami as it allowed them to avenge their recent disappointing 3-0 defeat against the same opponents in the Leagues Cup Final.

The win was significant for Inter Miami not only because it earned them three valuable points in the standings but also because it helped restore momentum and confidence within the team after a challenging and difficult stretch in their season. The players showed resilience and determination throughout the match, demonstrating their ability to bounce back and compete at a high level. This positive performance will surely boost the team’s morale as they look ahead to upcoming fixtures in the league.

The opening came early: in the 12th minute, Lionel Messi picked out Jordi Alba on the left, and Alba curled a composed finish past Stefan Frei to put Miami ahead. As the first half wore on, Messi himself doubled the lead in the 41st minute, sliding in after Alba’s cross to make it 2-0.

Miami continued to press after halftime, and in the 52nd minute, academy standout Ian Fray rose highest from a corner delivered by Rodrigo De Paul to head in the third goal. Seattle managed to respond in the 69th minute when Obed Vargas fired past Óscar Ustari (assisted by Jordan Morris) to spoil the clean sheet, but the Sounders couldn’t build enough momentum to challenge for more. soundersfc+1

Statistically, both teams were evenly matched in terms of offensive attempts, with each side taking a total of 14 shots throughout the match. However, Miami managed to gain a slight advantage by having more shots on target, registering 8 compared to Seattle’s 6. This higher accuracy in shooting reflected the home team’s ability to create more threatening scoring opportunities. Additionally, Miami demonstrated superior control and composure during crucial phases of the game, particularly when orchestrating the build-up to their first two goals.

Their effective possession and tactical execution during these key moments ultimately contributed to their offensive success and gave them the upper hand in the contest.

This result pushes Inter Miami to 49 points in the Eastern Conference with a 14-6-7 record. Meanwhile, Seattle remains with 45 points, 12-8-9, in the Western Conference. The stakes are heating up as the regular season winds down, and this win gives Miami renewed hope for a strong finish. mlssoccer+1