On a magical night at Chase Stadium, Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez rekindled their historic connection to lead Inter Miami to a 4-2 victory over CF Montréal. Both scored two goals and assisted each other, reminiscent of their FC Barcelona days.
Messi opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a shot from outside the area after a play by Sergio Busquets and Suárez extended the lead, as well as celebrating his 1000th professional match with a brace. Messi sealed the win with a lob in the 87th minute after an assist from Suárez.
Inter Miami breaks bad streak
With the win, Inter Miami ended a four-game winless streak.
They also moved into sixth place in the Eastern Conference with 26 points and a game in hand.
Both scored two goals
The team led by Javier Mascherano, who has Messi and Suarez among his allies, showed a significant improvement in its offensive performance.
This just in time to face Columbus Crew and prepare for the debut in the new FIFA Club World Cup on June 14.
Injuries worry Inter Miami
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Despite the win with goals from Messi and Suarez, Inter Miami suffered injuries to Jordi Alba, Gonzalo Lujan and another unspecified player during the first half.
These departures are causing concern for the team, as the debut in the Club World Cup is just over two weeks away.
Other MLS highlights
Philadelphia Union pulled off a 2-1 comeback against Toronto FC with late goals from Nathan Harriel and Kai Wagner to consolidate their position at the top of the Eastern Conference with 33 points.
FC Cincinnati and FC Dallas tied 3-3 in a thrilling match at TQL Stadium. Luciano Acosta, former Cincinnati player and current Dallas midfielder, was one of the stars of the match.
Atlanta United defeated Orlando City 3-2, ending Orlando’s 12-game unbeaten streak. Jamal Thiaré scored the winning goal in stoppage time.
Seattle Sounders defeated San Diego FC 1-0 with a goal by Jesus Ferreira, preparing for their participation in the Club World Cup.
MLS Matchday 16 was marked by stellar performances and exciting games.
The Messi and Suarez duo showed that they still have a lot to offer, while teams like Philadelphia Union and Atlanta United consolidate their position in the league.
With the Club World Cup on the horizon, teams are fine-tuning details to compete on the international stage.
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