Lionel Messi guides Inter Miami to its first MLS Cup title against Vancouver
Lionel Messi provided two assists to guide Inter Miami to victory and their first MLS Cup
Inter Miami defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 and won their first title in MLS history under the guidance of Lionel Messi, who provided two assists for the victory.
Miami showed strength after withstanding Vancouver's attack, which wasted many opportunities. The Canadian club missed several shots that hit the post and even had a chance to take the lead.
Lionel Messi achieves one of his goals along with David Beckham, who suffered in the final minutes from the sidelines to see his team become champions.
Beckham now goes from being a champion as a player with the Los Angeles Galaxy to also as the owner of Inter Miami.
Thomas Muller and Vancouver fall just short of making history for the Canadian franchise.
Inter Miami takes the MLS Cup with a great game from Lionel Messi
Inter Miami started winning the game before the 10-minute mark thanks to an own goal that gave them an advantage coming out of the locker room and more confidence.
Vancouver didn't have many opportunities until the 37th minute when they shot in front of the goal, but goalkeeper Rocco Rios made the save.
The second half was a better spectacle with both teams constantly attacking.
The After much persistence, the Whitecaps finally equalized following a well-executed team play, finished off by Canadian Ali Ahmed for 1-1. Ahmed nearly made it 2-1 just minutes later, but his shot hit the post, leaving the score tied. However, Lionel Messi broke the deadlock. The Argentine stole the ball near the Whitecaps' penalty area and, with a brilliant through ball, set up Rodrigo de Paul, who fired a low, angled shot to put Inter Miami ahead. Vancouver poured forward in attack, while Miami cleverly countered, which led to their third goal. Jordi Alba sent a pass to Messi, who then again provided an assist for Tadeo Allende to seal the 3-1 victory.

