Inter Miami Crowned Regular Season Champions After Record-Breaking Win over New England Revolution
In a thrilling final game of the MLS regular season, Inter Miami CF left it late to snatch a record-breaking win over New England Revolution, securing the Supporters’ Shield and the top spot in the Eastern Conference. The game was a wild ride, with six goals scored, and it was none other than Lionel Messi’s magic that sealed the deal.
With the score tied at 2-2 and just 15 minutes left on the clock, Messi was introduced as a substitute and he made an instant impact. His first touch after coming on was a perfectly weighted pass to Jordi Alba, which ultimately led to Benjamin Cremaschi’s winning goal. The Argentine superstar then added a second and his second hat-trick in five days, and another goal to put the icing on the cake, culminating in a 6-2 victory.
This incredible win saw Inter Miami set a new MLS record for points in a single season, finishing with an astonishing 74 points. Their dominance in the Eastern Conference ensures they will be one of the top teams in the upcoming playoffs, with a potential path to the MLS Cup.
While the game was not without its early setbacks, Inter Miami’s fighting spirit and clinical finishing paid off in the end. Prior to Messi’s introduction, the Herons found themselves 2-0 down just 72 seconds in, with Héctor Martínez’s mistake allowing the Revs to take the lead. However, a quick double from Luis Suárez brought the scores level before the break.
As for the rest of the MLS action on the final day, there were some thrilling developments in the Eastern and Western Conferences. In the East, Montreal’s playoff spot was secure, but DC United’s disappointing result meant they missed out, ceding their spot to Atlanta United in the final standings. This sets up a mouth-watering playoff bracket, with Inter Miami taking on the play-in winner (likely Atlanta or Montreal) in the first round, and Orlando City taking on Charlotte FC.
In the West, drama reigned supreme. LA Galaxy needed only a draw with Houston to secure the top spot, but it was LAFC’s heroics that stole the show. The Galaxy’s 1-1 draw with Houston wasn’t enough to top LAFC’s 2-1 win over struggling San Jose Earthquakes, which earned them the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
MLS Eastern Conference Playoff Matchups and Bracket:
- Inter Miami
- Play-in winner (Atlanta or Montreal)
- Orlando City
- Charlotte FC
MLS Western Conference Playoff Matchups and Bracket:
- LAFC
- Play-in winner (Vancouver Whitecaps or Portland Timbers)
- Seattle Sounders
- Houston Dynamo
- LA Galaxy
- Colorado Rapids
- Real Salt Lake
- Minnesota United
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