Inter Miami loses a key player, Messi receives bad news ahead of the MLS Cup

Lionel Messi will be without a crucial teammate at Inter Miami due to that player's suspension imposed by MLS.

The first round of the MLS playoffs is reaching its most intense stage, as Inter Miami and Nashville SC prepare for the decisive third match to determine who advances. However, Lionel Messi and his teammates face a major setback with Luis Suarez suspended by the MLS Disciplinary Committee.

According to journalist Tom Bogert, the Uruguayan striker will miss the crucial upcoming match due to an incident where he kicked Andy Najar off the ball. during the second leg. Although the referee did not call a foul at the moment, the MLS Disciplinary Committee reviewed the incident and classified it as violent conduct, resulting in a one-match ban.

“Luis Suarez has been suspended for the third and deciding playoff match between Inter Miami and Nashville SC, according to the MLS Disciplinary Committee. Suarez was penalized for kicking Andy Najar in the 71st minute. Miami appealed the decision but the appeal was denied,” Bogert posted on social media platform X.

Suarez’s absence is a significant loss for coach Javier Mascherano and Inter Miami, as they lose an experienced player capable of making game-changing plays and inspiring the team in this critical match.

Now, Lionel Messi and his teammates must give their all in this do-or-die clash against Nashville SC. After the two teams split victories in the first two legs, Inter Miami must fully leverage their home advantage to secure a spot in the next round of the MLS Eastern Conference.

The responsibility now falls on captain Messi, as the Argentine superstar aims to win his first MLS Cup with Inter Miami. Given their impressive home record against Nashville SC, Messi and his teammates are set to deliver an exciting match and overcome their opponents to advance.

This crucial game will take place on Sunday, November 9 (Vietnam time), at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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