In a sensational display of skill and composure, Lionel Messi’s double assist and calmly converted a pivotal penalty kick, propelling Inter Miami to a thrilling comeback from a two-goal deficit to secure a heart-stopping 5-4 penalty shootout victory over Cincinnati, thus earning a coveted spot in the US Open Cup final on Wednesday night.
Despite being held scoreless for the first time since donning the Inter Miami jersey, Messi showcased his playmaking prowess by providing two crucial second-half assists to Leonardo Campana, leveling the match at 2-2 after 90 minutes; the first of these assists came via a precise free-kick delivery in the 68th minute, narrowing Miami’s deficit to 2-1.
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In a dramatic climax to the match, Messi’s pinpoint cross into the box during the dying moments of the game proved instrumental in Campana’s decisive goal, forcing the game into overtime. The shootout drama that followed saw Nick Hagglund’s miss for Cincinnati, ultimately sealing Inter Miami’s triumph as 18-year-old Argentine talent Benjamin Cremaschi clinched the victory.
“We’re living a dream and killing it,” Cremaschi exclaimed in a post-game interview with CBS’ Golazo Network, encapsulating the euphoria of their victory.
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Undoubtedly, the seven-time Ballon d’Or awardee, fresh from leading Argentina to World Cup glory, proved his mettle by netting a staggering 10 goals within his first seven appearances for Miami. This remarkable achievement played an instrumental role in securing the Leagues Cup title for his team.
As anticipation mounts among fans, the countdown to his highly awaited Major League Soccer debut intensifies, with the much-anticipated showdown against the formidable New York Red Bulls set to take place this Saturday.
The impact he has had on Inter Miami is nothing short of astonishing, transcending the realm of sports; the team’s astounding turnaround from being rooted at the bottom of the MLS standings to securing their inaugural club trophy and stunning the league’s top team cannot be emphasized enough. Their remarkable journey now teeters on the cusp of yet another historic final.
