Inter Miami secured a 2-0 victory over FC Cincinnati, clinching a playoff spot with Luis Suárez scoring both goals within the first six minutes. This win avenged an earlier 6-1 defeat to Cincinnati, and Miami now leads the Eastern Conference by eight points. Despite being a man down after defender Tomás Avilés received a red card, goalkeeper Drake Callender achieved a clean sheet, making six crucial saves. Lionel Messi, who is recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final, was present in the stands alongside NFL legend Tom Brady. Miami head coach Tata Martino indicated that Messi is expected to return before the end of the regular season. The match was also notable for the absence of Cincinnati’s coach Pat Noonan, who was suspended for the game.