Even without Messi, Inter Miami still secured victory

(Football result) - The match between Real Salt Lake and Inter Miami in MLS Round 9 promises to be thrilling as both teams are currently in high form.

Inter Miami concluded their away trip at Real Salt Lake with a convincing 2-0 victory, featuring explosive moments late in the match from Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suarez.

The first half unfolded with a fairly balanced game as the home team started confidently. In the 5th minute, Salt Lake managed to put the ball into the net, but the goal was disallowed due to an offside violation. On the other side, Lionel Messi was the standout for Inter Miami. The Argentine superstar continuously created breakthroughs, notably a powerful volley in the 22nd minute that was brilliantly saved by goalkeeper Cabral. Late in the half, from a corner kick by Messi, Berterame had a dangerous header opportunity but the ball went over the bar. The teams left the field for halftime with a 0-0 score.

Entering the second half, Salt Lake intensified their pressure strongly. They repeatedly created golden opportunities, particularly a 4-on-2 counterattack situation in the 59th minute, but Katranis' shot was too tame. Consecutive missed chances forced the home team to pay the price. In the 82nd minute, De Paul unexpectedly made his mark with a beautiful curling shot from outside the box, opening the scoring. Just two minutes later, Suarez seized an opportunity inside the penalty area, delivering a cool finish to double the lead.

Earlier, Inter Miami also had several "heart-stopping" moments, especially Luna's free-kick that skimmed the crossbar in the 77th minute. However, composure and sharpness at decisive moments helped the visiting team settle the match.

Ultimately, Inter Miami achieved an impressive 2-0 victory right on Salt Lake's home ground.

Full time: Real Salt Lake 0-2 Inter Miami

84' Luis Suarez scores!

Luis Suarez speaks up at the right moment! The Uruguayan striker quickly seized an opportunity inside the box, delivering a cool finish to beat the goalkeeper, sparking a breakthrough moment for his team.

82' GOOOOOOOOO

Advancing from outside the box to receive the ball, Rodrigo De Paul unleashed a classy curling shot, tracing a perfect curve into the far corner, making goalkeeper Cabral's diving save merely illustrative of the masterpiece.

77' Heart-stopping moment for Inter Miami!

From the free-kick spot, Luna crafted an extremely dangerous trajectory, the ball narrowly skimming the crossbar, causing Inter Miami's defense to gasp.

71' Mistake nearly costs dearly!

Falcón made a careless back pass, creating a golden opportunity for Solans. Fortunately for Inter Miami, the Salt Lake player failed to capitalize successfully.

64' Beautiful coordination but lacking accuracy

Salt Lake orchestrated a rhythmic central attack, Gozo unleashed the final shot but the ball went wide of the post.

59' Golden counterattack wasted!

Salt Lake had an extremely advantageous 4-on-2 counterattack situation, but Katranis' shot was too tame, unable to beat goalkeeper St. Clair.

54' Opportunity slips away regrettably

Gozo broke free to receive a favorable pass, but the shot lacked precision, sending the ball straight into the stands.

50' Messi assists, teammate wastes it!

Lionel Messi displayed classy dribbling to bypass the defense before setting up a perfect chance, unfortunately Berterame's shot went wide of the post, leaving regret.

Second half begins! Salt Lake is the team to kick off.

End of first half: Tense stalemate

The two teams left the field for a temporary break without breaking the deadlock.

45+1' Nearly a goal from a set piece

From Messi's corner kick, Berterame rose high for a header but the ball went over the bar.

40' Inter Miami faces difficulties

The visiting team struggled against Salt Lake's intense pressing style.

36' Free-kick not sufficiently challenging

Messi executed a free-kick but couldn't overcome the defensive wall.

22' Messi's masterpiece attempt fails!

Messi unleashed a powerful left-footed volley from a tight angle, but goalkeeper Cabral produced an inspired reflex save to deny it.

7' Early opportunity for Inter Miami

Messi delivered a precise lofted ball, Allen rose high for a header but sent the ball wide of the post.

5' Goal not recognized

Guilavogui put the ball into Inter Miami's net, but VAR confirmed Solans was offside beforehand.

2' Start not fully complete

Junqua delivered a long accurate pass, but Gozo's first touch wasn't good, missing the opportunity.

The match begins! Inter Miami is the team to kick off first.

Team information for Real Salt Lake vs Inter Miami

• Real Salt Lake:Jesús Barea, Tyler Wolff, Kobi Henry, Ariath Piol, Emeka Eneli, Juan Jose Arias injured.
• Inter Miami:David Ayala, Sergio Reguilón injured.

Expected lineup for Real Salt Lake vs Inter Miami

• Real Salt Lake:Cabral (GK), Katranis, Engel, Glad, Yedlin, Gozo, Luna, Spierings, Caliskan, Guilavogui, Solans.
• Inter Miami:Calair (GK), Luijan, Falcon, Micael, Mura, Bright, De Paul, Silvetti, Messi, Segovia, Berterame.

Form & Head-to-head history

• Real Salt Lake form:In the last 5 matches, Real Salt Lake won 4, drew 1. Scored 14 goals, conceded 8 goals.
• Inter Miami form:In the last 5 matches, Inter Miami won 2, drew 3. Scored 11 goals, conceded 11 goals.
• Head-to-head history:In the most recent match, Real Salt Lake lost 1. Meanwhile, Inter Miami won 1.