Inter Miami is having a dream season. They have never won a conference championship in their short history, and this past season they not only missed the playoffs but finished in last place.
Just a few years ago, before Messi’s arrival in Miami, the Herons finished the 2023 season in 15th place, indicating significant growth for the club, and this was largely due to their leader, the Argentine star.
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Messi effect at Inter Miami
This season, Messi has already established himself as the top scorer with 35 goals, but he was also the best in terms of assists, with 22. Between his outstanding goal contributions (57 goals) and the media power of a player of his caliber, there is no denying that Leo’s arrival has fundamentally changed Inter Miami’s reality.
Of course, Messi is not the only one to take this path. By his side was one of his great partners, Luis Suárez. The Uruguayan is one of the players who understands Leo’s football best, and when you add to this the additions of Tadeo Allende and Telasco Segovia, the result is a vast front line with many options to turn Inter into the club with the highest scoring record in the competition.
The midfield is also important, with Sergio Busquets, one of the best midfielders in history, and Rodrigo de Paul, the Argentine player who became Messi’s faithful follower in the Albiceleste team, a La Liga side, giving Javier Mascherano’s team the balance they need.
Inter Miami on track to win MLS Cup
They defeated New York City with an overwhelming scoreline of 5-1 and were crowned Eastern Conference champions. Next up, they have to beat Vancouver and Thomas Muller in the MLS Cup final for their final challenge.
Where can I watch Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps?
Inter Miami will host Vancouver on December 6th at 2:30pm ET to determine the 2025 MLS Champion. The match will take place at Chase Stadium, an ideal environment for Lionel Messi to lift Inter Miami’s first league title.
However, they will face the Whitecaps, who are also an improved team. They are currently led by Thomas Muller, a player with winning DNA and who knows what it’s like to play against Messi.
