Inter Miami face crisis despite Messi's goals

This marks Inter Miami's fourth defeat in five matches, a worrisome trend considering their recent 4-1 triumph over the New York Red Bulls just last week, following their exit from the CONCACAF Champions League at the hands of Vancouver. Against a formidable second-place Western Conference squad like Minnesota United, signs of a deeper crisis resurfaced, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.

Inter Miami dominated possession with a staggering 67% compared to Minnesota's 33%, crafted more scoring opportunities (10 to 8), and completed a remarkable 723 passes against their opponents' 293. However, the absence of their Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez, who was sidelined due to a migraine, was profoundly felt.Yet, Messi's effort proved insufficient to alter the game's course.

Inter Miami now stands at 21 points, securing the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference with six wins, three draws, and two losses.