Inter Miami CF will host Nashville SC this Saturday, November 8, for a decisive Game 3 in the Round One Best-of-3 series of the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. With the series tied 1-1, both sides are fighting for a ticket to the next round. Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to victory in the opening match, but Nashville responded with a 2-1 win in the second leg, according to SoftFootball.
Inter Miami has been solid at home, winning one and losing one in the series while scoring four goals overall. Messi, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets have all been key figures. A win on Saturday would see Miami reach the Eastern Conference Semifinals for the first time in club history. Nashville, meanwhile, will be counting on their attacking pair of Hany Mukhtar and Sam Surridge to repeat their last performance.
Team News
Inter Miami has no major injury concerns, with Messi, Busquets, and Alba all fit and expected to start. The Herons’ attack remains the best in the league, with 85 goals scored this season. Nashville SC will miss Daniel Lovitz (ankle), Julian Gaines (thigh), and Jonathan Perez (thigh). Mukhtar and Surridge will once again lead their frontline.
Possible Lineups
Inter Miami (4-4-2): R. Ríos Novo; I. Fray, N. Allen, M. Falcón, J. Alba; T. Allende, R. De Paul, S. Busquets, B. Rodríguez; L. Messi, Fafa Picault.
Nashville SC (4-4-2): Willis; Moore, Zimmerman, Maher, Bauer; Shaffelburg, McCarty, Godoy, Muyl; Mukhtar, Surridge.
Inter Miami shared a preparatory post on their official X account, showcasing their readiness for this decisive fixture.
Check the post below:
SoftFootball’s Prediction
Inter Miami’s attack looks too strong for Nashville’s defense, especially at home. Nashville will push hard, but Messi’s influence should tilt the game Miami’s way.
Prediction: Inter Miami 3-1 Nashville SC
