Inter Miami fans on X have called for Lionel Messi’s teammate, Luis Suarez, to be dropped from the starting XI after he struggled during their 3-3 draw against Philadelphia Union. The two sides faced each other in the MLS at Subaru Park on Saturday, May 24.
Philadelphia took full advantage of some poor defending to break the deadlock in the seventh minute via Quinn Sullivan’s excellent finish. The hosts dominated in the first half and deservedly doubled their lead in the 44th minute after Tai Baribo finished well past Oscar Ustari.
Inter Miami’s Tadeo Allende headed home in the 60th minute to make it 2-1. However, Baribo completed his brace 13 minutes later to make it 3-1 for Philadelphia. Fortunately for the Herons, Lionel Messi’s outstanding free-kick (87′) and Telasco Segovia’s last-gasp finish (90+5′) ensured the spoils were shared.
Luis Suarez started the game alongside Lionel Messi, playing all 90 minutes. However, the 38-year-old performed poorly, creating zero chances for his side, and landing no shots on target from his one attempt. He also struggled to get into the game, especially in the second half, and offered very little in front of goal.
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Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano has admitted he didn’t hold back at half-time, telling his players they were ‘in the sh**’, after a dismal opening 45 minutes. Fortunately, Lionel Messi and Co. were able to stage a late comeback, ensuring they earned a vital point against the MLS leaders.
As per reporter Franco Panizo on X, Mascherano said:
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami have struggled for form in recent weeks, winning just one out of their last eight games across all competitions. They are currently sixth in the MLS Eastern Conference table with 23 points from 14 games, seven points behind Philadelphia with a game in hand.
Inter Miami will next face Montreal in the MLS on Wednesday, May 28.
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