Inter Miami, featuring Messi, falls to Vancouver Whitecaps in Concachampions: a detailed minute-by-minute account

Tonight's thrilling Concacaf Champions League semifinals match sees Inter Miami in need of a heroic comeback! 🏆 After a 2-0 defeat in Vancouver, the pressure's on Miami to turn it around at home to make it to the final next Wednesday.

Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps: Let's break it down!

Get ready, here's the lowdown:

Last week, Vancouver Whitecaps claimed a crucial lead with a 2-0 win in Canada. The home team now holds the advantage, and Miami must repeat the result if they want to force extra time or penalties.
Lionel Messi put on a heated display against former Boca player, Andrés Cubas, after a collision during the game. Ruined Inter Miami's chances with their tight defense, Cubas gave Messi a run for his money. 🥊
Oscar Ustari, Inter Miami's goalkeeper, remains confident, "We couldn't get the away goal, but we trust we can do great things at home."
With less than ten minutes left, Sebastian Berhalter scored a vital 2-0 goal for Vancouver Whitecaps, securing their advantage heading into the rematch.

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April 25, 2025

The Race for the All-Time Leading Scorer Record: Messi vs Ronaldo

In the ongoing battle of soccer greats, Lionel Messi chases CR7 for the all-time leading scorer record. As of now:

Messi: 864 goals in 1111 games since 2004
Ronaldo: 933 goals in 1276 games throughout his career

Messi aims to add another goal against Vancouver Whitecaps, after two-game scoring drought. 👤🏆

Inter Miami Puts History on the Line

Javier Mascherano calls tonight's match "one of those nights that starts to forge the club's identity." Win or lose, this game will play a significant role in Inter Miami's future!

Vancouver Whitecaps boast a dangerous offensive threat in Brian White, scoring 65 goals in 159 games with the Canadian team and netting 10 times in 14 games this year. Don't underestimate them!

Stay tuned for a thrilling clash between Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps, with tonight's game airing on ESPN 2 and the Disney streaming platform! 📺

Lineups:

Inter Miami CF:

Goalkeeper: Oscar Ustari
Defenders: Marcelo Weigandt, Maxi Falcón, Noah Allen, Jordi Alba
Midfielders:
Left Midfield: Fafa Picault
Central Midfielders: Yannick Bright, Sergio Busquets
Forwards:
Left Forward: Luis Suárez (or Tadeo Allende)
Right Forward: Lionel Messi

Vancouver Whitecaps FC:

Goalkeeper: Max crests
Defenders: Ranko Veselinovic, Chandler Forbes, Jake Nerwinski, Tristan Blackmon
Midfielders: Russell Teibert, Florian Jungwirth, Craig Nithemann
Forwards: Brian White, Michaell Chirinos

Kick-off Time: The Garzas take the field tonight at 11:30 PM Argentina time. Join us here for live updates on this epic semifinal! 🏆🎉

Inter Miami's goalkeeper, Oscar Ustari, believes they can turn the tables at home, saying, "We couldn't get the away goal, but we trust we can do great things at home."
Despite a two-game scoring drought, Lionel Messi aims to add another goal against Vancouver Whitecaps, as he chases Cristiano Ronaldo for the all-time leading scorer record.
In tonight's Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps match, history could be forged as Javier Mascherano called it "one of those nights that starts to forge the club's identity."
Don't underestimate Vancouver Whitecaps' offensive threat, Brian White, who has scored 65 goals in 159 games with them and netted 10 times in 14 games this year.