Messi Shines as Inter Miami Beats CF Montreal 4-2 in High-Stakes MLS Clash
Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez Dominate as Inter Miami Finds Form
If you wanted fireworks, Inter Miami’s showdown with CF Montreal had plenty of them. After stumbling through a tough patch, the South Florida side turned up the heat at Chase Stadium, winning 4-2 thanks to a stunning performance from Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez. Both former Barcelona legends found the back of the net twice, reminding fans—and opponents—why they’re still two of the deadliest attackers in any league.
Messi started the game, easing any worries about his fitness after recent struggles and absence. Right from kickoff, he looked hungry. His timing on runs, vision for teammates, and clinical finishing lifted Inter Miami’s game. On his first goal, Messi managed to slip past Montreal’s backline, calmly slotting the ball in after a quick one-two on the edge of the box. Later, he doubled his tally with a powerful shot after pouncing on a rebound. These two strikes weren’t just about putting his name on the scoresheet—they sent a message: Messi’s not just here for the ride; he’s driving Inter Miami’s ambitions.
But Messi wasn’t alone. Suárez, partnering up front, showed why he’s still a nightmare for defenders. He bullied Montreal’s back four, forcing mistakes, and capitalized with two goals of his own. The first came from a sharp run to meet Alba’s cross, while the second was pure striker’s instinct: a quick turn and finish after Busquets sent a perfectly weighted pass. Together, Messi and Suárez picked apart the visitors, leaving defenders rattled and fans out of breath.
Inter Miami’s Supporting Cast Steps Up
While the spotlight was firmly on the superstar duo, Inter Miami’s supporting cast played their part. Busquets, showing his usual composure in midfield, dictated the pace and broke up Montreal’s attempts to play out from the back. Jordi Alba bombed forward from left-back, delivering dangerous crosses and solid defensive work, making sure the team had balance. Every time Montreal tried to find a way through, Alba and the Miami backline shut it down quickly.
This win meant more than three points. Inter Miami faced criticism after crashing out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup and a dispiriting loss to FC Dallas. Confidence was shaken, and questions about squad depth and reliance on aging stars were growing. But against Montreal, the veterans pulled together. The difference was night and day—possession was tighter, attacks were sharper, and, most importantly, the panic that crept in during previous games disappeared.
Celebrations at Chase Stadium felt different this time. The pressure was off, at least for the moment, and Miami’s place in the Eastern Conference looks a lot healthier. The team’s chemistry was obvious, with every touch and tackle showing that the group is determined to put its recent troubles behind it. There’s work ahead, but with Messi and Suárez in this kind of mood, you’d be brave to bet against them making a serious run as the season heats up.
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