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Messi inspires Inter Miami to playoff berth with commanding victory
Lionel Messi orchestrated Inter Miami's advance to the playoffs with a masterful display against New York City FC, setting up one goal and helping create the platform for a decisive 2-0 triumph.
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Inter Miami secured their playoff qualification with a commanding performance, dispatching New York City FC 2-0 in a fixture that underscored the Argentine superstar's continued influence on the Major League Soccer side.
Messi proved instrumental in the opening goal, providing the assist for Rodrigo De Paul to break through New York's defence. The assist capped another influential showing from the 37-year-old, who continues to drive Inter Miami's ambitions in their inaugural MLS season.
German Berterame sealed the result in the second half, ending a goal-scoring drought with a clinical finish that put the contest beyond doubt. The decisive victory ensures Inter Miami will compete in the playoffs, a significant achievement for the franchise in its first competitive year.
The win underscores Inter Miami's rapid emergence as a competitive force in MLS, built substantially around Messi's quality and game-reading ability. The club will now prepare for the playoff campaign with momentum and confidence following their display against one of the league's established franchises.