Match Preview
After recently securing a win against the New York Red Bulls, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are geared up for a challenging encounter with Minnesota United, a top contender in the Western Conference. The Loons have impressively climbed to second place, showcasing their robust defense, which will be put to the test against the Herons’ offense.
With Luis Suarez finally breaking his scoring drought, the Miami side is back in confidence as they aim for the top spot in the Eastern Conference despite a recent Concacaf Champions Cup exit. With the season intensifying, they now face the challenge of managing two games a week.
Watching Details
- Date: Saturday, May 10
- Time: 4:30 PM ET
- Location: Allianz Field – Saint Paul, Minnesota
- Live Stream: MLS Season Pass
- Odds: Minnesota United +120; Draw +270; Inter Miami +200
Previous Encounters
These teams met once before in 2022, where Inter Miami claimed victory with a 2-1 scoreline. Most key players from that match have since changed teams, signaling a very different encounter.
Key Players
- Minnesota United: Dayne St. Clair, Michael Boxall, Nicolas Romero, Jefferson Diaz, Anthony Markanich, Joaquin Pereyra, Will Trapp, Carlos Harvey, Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Tani Oluwaseyi, Robin Lod.
- Inter Miami: Oscar Ustari, Jordi Alba, Maximiliano Falcon, Noah Allen, Marcelo Weigandt, Fafa Picalut, Yannick Bright, Sergio Busquets, Tadeo Allende, Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez.
Coach Insights
Javier Mascherano, the manager, expressed concern over the team’s preparation for the upcoming Club World Cup. He hints at needing new reinforcements to strengthen the attacking front while acknowledging the limitations posed by the MLS roster rules.
Mascherano stated: “We need to bring in someone who truly strengthens us as a team.”
Predictions
Expect Inter Miami to secure a road victory as they continue gathering MLS points, despite Minnesota United’s improvements this season. The match is predicted to end as Minnesota United 1, Inter Miami 2.
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