Inter Miami faced many inquiries this season, yet Lionel Messi and his crew managed to answer them with a spectacular 4-1 victory over the New England Revolution. With this win, they topped both the Eastern Conference and the Supporters’ Shield standings. The match took place in front of a record crowd at Gillette Stadium, with 65,612 spectators. Messi stole the spotlight by scoring two goals and providing an assist.
In just seven MLS games this season, Messi has achieved nine goals and four assists, a record-breaking feat in league history for such few appearances. Despite an early exit from the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Inter Miami is gaining momentum in the league, thanks to Messi’s exceptional performance.
FC Dallas was in dire need of a victory, and they secured one against the Houston Dynamo in the Texas Derby. Petar Musa, their standout attacking player, stepped up to the plate. Musa, who arrived from Benfica for a whopping $9.7 million, struggled to find form in a FC Dallas jersey but displayed his talent by scoring the opening goal in a 2-0 win that ended a seven-game winless streak.
Coach Nico Estevez acknowledged the team’s collective struggles, stating that when the team is not functioning well, it’s challenging for any player to excel. Musa’s performance on Saturday must serve as a springboard for him and FC Dallas.
Austin FC, after a rocky start to the 2024 season, showed promising signs of improvement. Their performance against the LA Galaxy was their most complete to date. Austin FC’s defense limited the Galaxy to minimal chances while posing a threat through players like Diego Rubio and Sebastian Driussi. With four wins in their last five games, Austin FC has climbed above the playoff line in the Western Conference.
Although Chicago Fire managed a draw against Atlanta United, goalkeeper Chris Brady was their savior in securing a point. The result did little to boost the Fire’s position in the Eastern Conference, highlighting their struggles throughout the season. Defensive errors have plagued Chicago, while their star signings have failed to deliver consistently.
Orlando City seemed on track for a victory against Toronto FC until they conceded two late goals, ultimately losing 2-1. This collapse exposed the team’s regression this season, with key players underperforming. The pressure is mounting on coach Oscar Pareja to turn things around.
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