Inter Miami bounced back to winning by beating CF Montreal 4-2 on Wednesday, May 28, at Chase Stadium. Messi and Suárez scored two goals each and had one assist each to help Barcelona end their five-game winless streak. The team expects the victory will lift their spirits before taking part in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Messi and Suárez Dominate the Scoresheet
Messi and Suárez showed talent from before and again seemed to work well together, as they did during their peak at the club. With a few seconds left in the 27th minute, Sergio Busquets gave Messi a chance to kick a far-out left-foot shot. During the 68th and 70th minutes, Suárez found the net twice, once with help from Messi. The game was sealed for Argentina when the Argentine scored in the last minute of stoppage time.
Messi has scored 13 goals in 19 appearances this year, while Suárez has scored 7 times in 20 games. Recently, the pair’s performances confirmed why they are known as among the finest attacking players in the league.
Club Milestone for Messi
After his performance against CF Montreal, Messi became one of only two players to reach 50 goals or assists in MLS regular season play. During just 37 games, he has scored 29 times and assisted 21 more, showcasing his amazing talent. He is continuing to set new high standards in the league and smash club records.
His latest game shows why Messi got the MLS MVP award last year and why he continues to play a key role in Inter Miami’s ambitions for silverware everywhere.
Defensive Concerns as Injuries Pile Up
Although the offense was impressive, the defensive line had problems. During the first half, Jordi Alba, Gonzalo LLujánn, and Tomás “Toto” Avilés all had to leave because of their injuries. Alba tore his hamstring, Luján strained his, and Avilés suffered an ankle problem. After the game, coach Mascherano talked about how serious the injuries were, worrying fans before major games.
These injuries have disrupted the team’s preparations for the FIFA Club World Cup, where they must play Al Ahly from Egypt on June 14. With their match against the Columbus Crew on May 31 being their last before the tournament, the club is yet to know if any of the injured defenders will return.
Montreal’s Late Fightback Not Enough
Even though the team found themselves leading for almost the entire match, they tried to catch up in the final stages. In the 74th minute, Dante Sealy found the back of the net, but the lead was too great for another goal by Victor Loturi in stoppage time to make a difference. The result sees Montreal stay among the lowest in the MLS Eastern Conference, making their season even more difficult.
On the other hand, Inter Miami is hoping this outcome will help them make progress going forward. United has not won a game since playing the New York Red Bulls a month earlier. Surprisingly, goals were scored by both Messi and Suárez during that game, suggesting Barça’s results often depend on the form of their two main attackers.
Looking Ahead to the Club World Cup
The win against Montreal injects momentum into Inter Miami’s camp as they prepare to take their game to the global stage. The FIFA Club World Cup represents a new chapter for the club, and Messi’s leadership will be central to their success. With question marks surrounding the defense, the team will need to rely heavily on its world-class attack to compete against top international sides.
For now, Messi and Suárez have reminded the league—and the world—that when they click, Inter Miami is a force to be reckoned with.
