Inter Miami managed to secure their place in the MLS playoffs after beating NewYork City with a score of 2‑0, in a match that featured stars such as LeoMessi, LuisSuárez and RodrigoDePaul. The opening goal was scored by GermánBerterame in the 20th minute, after an assist from Suárez, and the second was scored by DePaul with a play that began with a pass from Messi before the break. With the victory, KilyGonzález's club is in second place in the Eastern Conference, with 52 points, only behind Nashville.
The victory occurred at the NewYork City stadium, where the visiting team suffered its fourth consecutive game without winning. Despite the advantage, the match remained close and Inter Miami had to resist a final attack by Brazilian RiquelmeFillipi in injury time, which almost tied the score. Inter's defense, led by goalkeeper DayneSt.Clair, was solid, especially in the last minute when it saved a penalty from NicolásFernándezMercau, keeping a clean sheet for the second consecutive game.
With the victory, Inter Miami joins Nashville as the first teams in the Eastern Conference to guarantee their participation in the postseason, six days before the end of the regular season. The club has recorded its fourteenth victory of the campaign, establishing itself as one of the strongest contenders in the eastern zone. Messi's performance, who contributed with an assist, continues to be key for the team, while the combination of Berterame and DePaul demonstrates the team's offensive capacity.
NewYork City, meanwhile, face pressure to regain their position in the table after the defeat. The result leaves the club with room for improvement, as they must overcome teams like Nashville to return to the postseason. With the regular season still underway, both teams will have to adjust their strategies if they want to advance in the competition.