Inter Miami Breaks Winless Streak Thanks to Messi's Brilliance
The numbers on the scoreboard told the basics, but the narrative was all about one man: Lionel Messi. With Inter Miami desperate for a turnaround after four lackluster matches, Messi delivered exactly what the fans demanded—two goals, including an audacious lob, and an electrifying assist. On May 28, 2025, at DRV PNK Stadium, the Herons looked like a team reborn, dispatching a beleaguered CF Montréal side 4-2 and reigniting their season in the Eastern Conference.
Miami didn’t just sneak by—they dominated possession with nearly 60% of the ball, keeping Montréal on the back foot for most of the night. Early tension was high when Montréal pressed aggressively, hoping to take advantage of Miami’s recent struggles. But clinical finishing and Messi's vision erased any doubts as the first half wore on.
Messi opened his account with a moment of genius, chipping Montréal’s keeper in a finish that had fans out of their seats. He wasn't finished. Later in the match, he drifted in behind the defense to tap in his second and played provider for yet another Miami goal.
Montréal’s Struggles Continue While Miami Looks Forward
For Montréal, the night underscored a season going from bad to worse. With only 8 points after 16 matches, confidence is scarce. They fought hard, notching two well-crafted goals themselves, but each surge forward was met with a quick Miami response. Montréal’s defense, already under intense scrutiny, struggled to contain the Herons' renewed attacking flair.
Inter Miami’s players celebrated like a heavy storm had finally passed. Coach Javier Mascherano, visibly relieved in his post-match comments, told reporters, “We’ve had our backs to the wall lately, but this group is ready to get back on track.” That energy was clear on the pitch. The win didn’t just snap the skid—it put Miami back in the heart of the playoff conversation, rallying both the squad and their passionate supporters.
Montréal, meanwhile, returns home with lessons learned but little to show for it. Sitting at the bottom of the conference, the pressure is mounting for a side with little margin for error and morale on thin ice. The gulf in performance between Messi's Miami and win-starved Montréal couldn’t have been clearer.
- Inter Miami showcased resilience and rediscovered their attacking swagger, led by Messi’s heroics.
- CF Montréal’s defensive headaches remain unsolved—as they suffered another tough loss.
- Fans are left wondering: can Miami turn this momentum into a serious playoff run?