Inter Miami on the threshold of history

Lionel Messi's brilliance was a key factor in Inter Miami's journey at the Club World Cup.

After a landmark 2-1 win over FC Porto, the team nicknamed "The Storks" will host Brazil's Palmeiras on the morning of June 24 at the Hard Rock Stadium. A win or even a draw against Palmeiras will guarantee Inter Miami a ticket to the round of 16.

Even if they lose, Inter Miami still have a chance to advance if Al Ahly fail to beat Porto in the other game and the home team maintains a better goal difference. In that case, they will become the first MLS team to advance to the knockout stages of the FIFA Club World Cup.

Even if they do not lose to Palmeiras, Inter Miami could become the first CONCACAF team to go undefeated in three consecutive FIFA Club World Cup matches. Before Inter Miami, CONCACAF teams were mostly poor in the Club World Cup.

Earlier, coach Javier Mascherano's team became the first MLS team to win the FIFA Club World Cup. They also became the first CONCACAF club to defeat a European opponent in a major tournament.

The lowest-rated team in the CONCACAF region at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Inter Miami has upset all predictions. After 2 matches, Inter Miami is 2nd in Group A with 4 points, equal with Palmeiras, but behind due to an inferior goal difference.

Before the tournament started, Inter Miami received a lot of skepticism. They were considered the lowest-ranked team in the CONCACAF region. Compared to Al Ahly (Africa's most successful team), Palmeiras (Brazil's top team) or Porto (Portuguese football giant), Inter Miami was considered much lower. But at this point, Inter Miami is the best team in the CONCACAF region.

Messi scores a masterpiece at the FIFA Club World Cup. Early morning on June 20, Messi shined to help Inter Miami defeat Porto 2-1 at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

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