FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Inter Miami CF defeated the Seattle Sounders FC 3-1 Tuesday night at Chase Stadium, extending their winning streak and solidifying their position in the Leagues Cup knockout stage.goals from Jordi alba, Yannick Bright, and Obed Vargas (own goal) propelled Miami to victory, despite a goal from Ian fray for Seattle.
The result carries significant weight for both clubs as they navigate the Leagues cup tournament. Inter Miami’s win strengthens their chances of advancing deep into the competition,while the Sounders face an uphill battle to remain in contention. This match showcased the contrasting styles of the two teams, with Miami’s attacking prowess proving to much for Seattle to handle.
The scoring began in the 41st minute when Jordi Alba found the back of the net, assisted by Yannick Bright. Inter miami doubled their lead early in the second half, with Bright scoring in the 52nd minute, assisted by Rodrigo De Paul. Seattle attempted to mount a comeback, but a costly own goal by Obed Vargas in the 69th minute – assisted by jordan Morris and Albert Rusnák – further solidified Miami’s advantage.Ian Fray scored for Seattle in the 52nd minute, assisted by Rodrigo De Paul.
Throughout the match, the referee issued cautions to Inter Miami’s Jordi Alba (78th minute) and Mateo Silvetti (83rd minute).
Seattle Sounders FC Starting XI: Stefan frei (captain), Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, Yeimar Gómez Andrade (Jackson ragen HT), Kim Kee-hee, Nouhou; Obed Vargas, Cristian Roldan (Snyder Brunell 60′); Paul Rothrock (Albert Rusnák HT), Jesús Ferreira (Danny Musovski 85′), georgi Minoungou; Osaze De Rosario (Jordan Morris 60′). Substitutes not used: Andrew Thomas, Alex Roldan, Reed Baker-Whiting, Danny Leyva.
Inter Miami CF Starting XI: Óscar Ustari; Noah Allen,Maximiliano Falcón,Gonzalo Luján,Ian Fray (Marcelo Weigandt 66′); Yannick Bright,Sergio Busquets,Rodrigo De paul; Jordi Alba,Lionel Messi,Tadeo Allende (Mateo Silvetti 81′). Substitutes not used: Rocco Ríos Novo, Ryan Sailor, Santiago Morales, Daniel Pinter.