Inter Miami secured a solid 2-0 victory against Jamaican side Cavalier FC in the Concacaf Champions League Round of 16. However, the biggest talking point of the match wasn’t the win itself—it was the absence of Lionel Messi for the second consecutive game.
Messi’s Absence Sparks Concern
Fans were left wondering about Messi’s condition as he missed yet another match. Argentina U-23 coach Javier Mascherano reassured supporters that the decision was purely precautionary, taken by the medical team to safeguard the star forward. Despite these assurances, speculation continues to swirl about a potential muscle injury sidelining the football legend.
Cavalier FC Puts Up a Fight
Despite being the underdogs, Cavalier FC showed resilience and even found the back of the net—only to have their goal controversially ruled out by VAR. The Jamaican side held their ground for much of the match, making life difficult for Inter Miami.
Second-Half Goals Seal the Win
Inter Miami eventually broke through in the second half, with Robert Taylor providing an assist for Noah Allen to open the scoring. Later, veteran striker Luis Suárez doubled the lead, ensuring a comfortable win and a step closer to the next stage of the tournament.
With the victory secured, fans now eagerly await updates on Messi’s fitness, as his presence could be crucial for Inter Miami’s Champions League ambitions.
Inter Miami CF head coach Javier Mascherano emphasized Lionel Messi did not sustain an injury after the player failed to make the roster for the second straight game.
Messi watched from the sidelines as Inter Miami triumphed 2-0 over Cavalier in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 match at Chase Stadium on Thursday night.
