Luis Suarez propelled Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over DC United in Lionel Messi’s absence, marking a pivotal moment in this weekend’s MLS lineup. Inter Miami demonstrated resilience and strategic finesse despite initial doubts without their star.
Inter Miami faced an early challenge, trailing after a goal by DC United’s Jared Stroud at the 14-minute mark. Yet, Leonardo Campana quickly equalized, showcasing teamwork with a successful finish from a collaborative effort by Gomez and Redondo.
The match saw Inter Miami making an early substitution due to Nicolas Freire’s injury, continuing a trend of one injury per game that has tested the team’s depth.
As the second half progressed, the game appeared evenly matched, with both teams having similar shot counts. However, the introduction of Luis Suarez in the 62nd minute shifted the momentum in Inter Miami’s favour.
Suarez’s entry was decisive, leading to two goals that sealed the victory for Inter Miami. His first came from a counter-attack initiated by Redondo, followed by a second goal, showcasing his skill and clinching a 3-1 win for his team.