Dream Final Set: Vancouver to Face Messi’s Inter Miami in MLS Championship
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – November 26, 2023 – A highly anticipated MLS Cup final is now official: Vancouver Whitecaps FC will challenge Inter Miami CF for the championship title. Inter Miami secured their place with a dominant victory,fueled by a hat-trick from Tadeo Allende,setting the stage for a compelling clash against Vancouver.
The upcoming final represents a landmark moment for both clubs. For Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, the championship represents a chance to claim the first title in the club’s history. Vancouver, meanwhile, seeks to add to their trophy case and cement their status as a top contender in the league. The match promises a captivating showdown between two distinct styles of play and a battle of star power.
Inter Miami’s path to the final was decisively marked by a 5-2 victory. Tadeo Allende spearheaded the attack,scoring in the 14th,23rd,and 89th minutes. Mateo Silvetti added a goal in the 67th minute, assisted by Messi, and Telasco Segovia completed the scoring in the 83rd. Coach Javier Mascherano lauded Messi’s influence following the match.
“Leo got us used to the unusual,” Mascherano stated, praising his compatriot. “He is someone extraordinary, someone we will never see again. Today we might potentially be surprised that he didn’t score, but he reassured us with the third goal, an assist that only he can see. He practically decided the game.”
