Inter Miami secured a dramatic 2–1 victory over Atlanta United in the first round of the MLS playoffs on October 26, 2024, at Chase Stadium. Luis Suárez made history by scoring the franchise’s first-ever playoff goal in just the second minute, giving Miami an early advantage.
Softfootball gathered, Atlanta fought back, with Saba Lobzhanidze equalizing in the 39th minute to level the score at halftime. The decisive moment came in the 60th minute when Jordi Alba scored a stunning strike, assisted by Lionel Messi, to restore Miami’s lead and ultimately secure the win.
Miami dominated possession (66%) and created 19 shots, 11 of which were on target, reflecting their offensive control. Manager Javier Mascherano made key substitutions, including Benjamin Cremaschi and Ian Fray, to maintain momentum and defensive solidity.
This historic victory sends Inter Miami into the next round of the playoffs, highlighting the attacking firepower of Messi, Suárez, and Alba as the team aims to make a deep postseason run.
