Inter Miami’s hopes of making the MLS playoffs were dashed on Saturday night as they lost 1-0 to Charlotte. Lionel Messi, who had recently joined Inter Miami, played the full 90 minutes in the match.
The game was a tight affair with both teams having chances to score. However, it was Charlotte who eventually found the breakthrough in the second half. A well-taken shot from outside the box by midfielder Marky Delgado was enough to give Charlotte the win and a place in the MLS playoffs.
Messi, who had been signed by Inter Miami in the summer, had a good game and showed flashes of his brilliance. He created several chances for his team, but unfortunately none of them were converted into goals. Despite the loss, Messi’s performance was praised by both Inter Miami and Charlotte fans.
Inter Miami will now have to wait until next season to make another attempt at making the playoffs. It’s been a difficult season for the team, but they can take some solace in the fact that Messi has shown he can still play at a high level.
For Charlotte, it’s a dream come true as they qualify for the MLS playoffs for the first time in their history. It’s been a remarkable season for them and they will be looking to make an impact in the playoffs.
Overall, it was a disappointing night for Inter Miami, but they can take some positives from Messi’s performance. For Charlotte, it was a night of celebration as they achieved their dream of making the MLS playoffs.
