At the Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico, Inter Miami CF defeated 3-1 to C.F. Monterrey after falling to 10 men in the second leg of their 2024 Concacaf quarterfinal encounter. The game concluded the Club’s inaugural involvement in the tournament.
Notes about the Lineup
Inter Miami’s second leg began in Monterrey with Drake Callender in goal; a five-man back line consisting of Marcelo Weigandt, Tomás Avilés, Nicolás Freire, Noah Allen, and Jordi Alba; midfielders Julian Gressel, Sergio Busquets, and Diego Gómez; and an attacking lineup led by Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez.
Action in Matches
Due to both teams’ strong defenses, the first half was a hotly contested encounter in which neither team created many offensive opportunities. Nevertheless, Brandon Vazquez, a striker, gave the home team the lead in the 31st minute, and Monterrey led 1-0 at the half.
With goals in the 58th and 64th minutes, Monterrey was able to increase their advantage in spite of Inter Miami’s attempts.
But in the 85th minute, Inter Miami managed to reduce the host’s lead by one thanks to a header from Gómez inside the area following a Messi pass. Gómez and Messi have their first goals and assists of the competition.
The final minutes at the Estadio BBVA saw no change to the 3-1 result, as Inter Miami concluded their inaugural Concacaf Champions Cup campaign.
After-Match Response
Head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino stated, “Today’s loss takes away a hope we had, which was to be able to move forward in this competition.”
Inter Miami CF Participates in the Concacaf Champions Cup for the First Time
Tonight, Inter Miami concluded the Club’s inaugural Concacaf Champions Cup campaign. After winning the 2023 Leagues Cup, the team advanced straight to the Round of 16 and defeated Nashville, South Carolina, to secure their place in the quarterfinals. The club won the Round of 16 series with a 5-3 aggregate score after gaining a critical 2-2 draw on the road at GEODIS Park on March 7 and a 3-1 victory at home in the second leg on March 13.
Next Game
This Saturday, April 13, marks Inter Miami’s return to MLS regular season play. The squad will play Sporting Kansas City away for the first time ever when they meet at Arrowhead Stadium at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Stats:
Possession:
MTY – 40%
MIA – 60%
Shots:
MTY – 13
MIA – 5
Saves:
MTY – 0
MIA – 7
Corners:
MTY – 6
MIA – 2
Fouls:
MTY – 7
MIA – 9
