"Job not finished", "The best team in the world" - Inter Miami fans react as Lionel Messi and Co. register first win in MLS Cup playoffs

SOCCER: OCT 25 MLS Cup Playoffs Inter Miami CF vs Atlanta United - Source: Getty
Lionel Messi guided Inter Miami to their first playoffs win on Friday

Fans have hailed Inter Miami and Lionel Messi following their 2-1 win over Atlanta on Friday, October 25. The two teams locked horns in the first of three Round one games of the MLS Playoffs at the Chase Stadium.

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The Herons had the perfect start with Luis Suarez giving them the lead in the second minute. The Florida-based club dominated the game, but the away side equalized in the 39th minute through Saba Lobzhanidze.

However, Lionel Messi teed up Jordi Alba to score a wonderful long ranger in the 60th minute to give Inter Miami the lead once again. The Herons could have scored more had it not been for Brad Guzan in the Atlanta goal.

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Fans on X were generally ecstatic following the win. One praised Messi following his assist for Alba, commenting:

"Yet another day, yet another match winning assist...."
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Another was full of praise for Guran, stating:

"Solid performance from Miami. This game was only close because of Brad Guzan, who was unbelievable."
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However, Inter Miami still need a result against Atlanta in game two of Round one at the Mercedez-Benz stadium on November 2, as pointed out by another:

"job not finished."
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One fan sent his support to defender Ian Fray, who appeared to pick up another injury on the night, commenting:

"Good start for Leo and the boys. Best wishes to Ian Fray."

Fans generally praised the Herons' performance. One noted:

"What a game it was."

Another pointed out that Lionel Messi is edging closer to his record-extending 47th trophy, stating:

"Another trophy is coming for messi legend."
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One fan labeled Inter Miami as the best team in the world, quipping:

"The best team in the world."

The Herons registered 704 passes in the game, with an 87% pass ratio. They had 22 shots, 12 of which were on target.

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Lionel Messi has transformed Inter Miami's fortunes since moving to the Chase Stadium in the summer of 2023. The Argentinian's arrival has been a financial boost to the club, but he has also been making history on the pitch.

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Last season, the 37-year-old guided the Herons to their first ever trophy, the Leagues Cup. The dimunitive magician has taken the team to greater heights this season, helping them finish at the top of the Eastern Conference table for the first time.

In the process, the Florida-based club won the Supporters' Shield and Messi picked up his record-extending 46th trophy. The Argentinean is now the most decorated player in the world, but will have his eyes on the MLS Cup.

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