In a thrilling night at Chase Stadium, Inter Miami secured their first-ever MLS Cup, defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps FC 3–1 to mark a landmark moment in the club’s history. On a historic evening that blended athletic excellence and emotion, Lionel Messi recorded two crucial assists and was named MLS Cup MVP, guiding Miami to the summit of American soccer.
Inter Miami took the lead early — in just the eighth minute,Lionel Messi threaded a pass to Tadeo Allende, whose low cross deflected off a Vancouver defender and into his own net, giving Miami the opening advantage.
Despite Vancouver equalising around the 60-minute mark through Ali Ahmed, Miami regained control in the 71st minute. lionel pounced on a loose ball and slid a perfectly weighted pass across the box to Rodrigo De Paul, who finished with composure to restore the lead.
The victory was sealed in stoppage time when Messi provided another assist — this time for Allende — to make it 3–1 and ignite jubilant celebrations among players, staff, and fans.
For Inter Miami, the win represents the culmination of a multi-year project, elevating the club from expansion side to champions — a validation of patience, investment, and belief. For Lionel Messi, it adds another trophy to an already glittering career: MLS Cup is the first league title he has lifted in the United States, fulfilling one of the major ambitions of his move to MLS.
The night was also emotionally charged — as longtime teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, former Barcelona legends, played their final professional match, ending their careers with championship glory at Chase Stadium.
The triumph is a milestone not just for the players but for the club and its fans — Inter Miami have now secured their first MLS Cup, signalling that the ambitious project, backed by high-profile signings and determination, has truly arrived.
