May 29, (THEWILL) – Inter Miami claimed a convincing 4-2 victory over CF Montreal at Chase Stadium, with Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez spearheading the attacking display despite enduring multiple defensive disruptions.
The Herons were compelled to make three defensive substitutions during the first half, with Gonzalo Lujan, Jordi Alba, and Tomas Aviles all sustaining injuries that affected manager Javier Mascherano’s tactical arrangements.
Messi broke the deadlock in the 27th minute with a clinical low-driven shot to the far post following a well-executed pass from Sergio Busquets.
The Argentine forward subsequently provided the assist for Suárez’s opening goal before the Uruguayan striker netted his second to establish Miami’s dominance.
Goalkeeper Oscar Ustari produced vital saves to protect Miami’s advantage, thwarting Montreal’s attempts at finding an equaliser.
Montreal fought back through Dante Sealy and Victor Loturi, who both scored to maintain competitive tension until the final whistle.
The victory exposed Miami’s ongoing defensive weaknesses, with the team conceding goals immediately after extending their lead on several occasions.
The win maintains Miami’s positive trajectory in the 2025 MLS season, though defensive stability remains a fundamental requirement for Mascherano’s team.
With key players recovering from injury, the Herons will aim to build upon this offensive output while rectifying their defensive shortcomings in forthcoming matches.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
