Major League Soccer Regular Season - 14
FC Cincinnati 3 - 5 FT Inter Miami
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Inter Miami 6'
L. Messi 24'
I. Fray 38'
G. Lujan 40'
41' K. Denkey
HT
49' P. Bucha (B. J. Ramirez Leon)
L. Messi (R. de Paul) 55'
60' ↓ S. Gidi ↑E. Echenique
64' Evander (K. Denkey)
↓ S. Reguilon ↑F. Mura 65'
72' ↓ M. Robinson ↑N. Hagglund
73' ↓ K. Mboma ↑O. Nwobodo
73' ↓ M. Miazga ↑A. Chirila
76' O. Nwobodo
Y. Bright 77'
↓ L. Suarez ↑M. Silvetti 77'
M. Silvetti (L. Messi) 79'
G. Berterame 84'
87' ↓ P. Bucha ↑T. Barlow
87' ↓ A. Chirila ↑A. Lajhar
L. Messi (M. Silvetti) 89'
90'+4 Evander
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Cincinnati
Goalkeepers
Roman Celentano 
SIEVE
17%
Save %
17%
Save %
5
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Kyle Smith 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matt Miazga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Miles Robinson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Midfielders
Pavel Bucha 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Gerardo Valenzuela
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Evander
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Samuel Gidi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Bryan Ramirez 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
3
Key Passes
7.3
Rating
Forwards
Kévin Denkey
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Kenji Mboma Dem
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
Evan Louro 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nick Hagglund
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrei Chirila 
CAMEO
14
Minutes
14
Minutes
6
Touches
None
Events
Ayoub Lajhar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Obinna Nwobodo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tah Anunga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ender Echenique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Barlow
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ayoub Jabbari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Inter Miami
Goalkeepers
Dayne St. Clair
SIEVE
0%
Save %
0%
Save %
3
Conceded
0
Saves
Defenders
Ian Fray
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gonzalo Luján 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
5
Rating
Micael 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Sergio Reguilón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Midfielders
Rodrigo De Paul 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
59%
Pass Acc
Yannick Bright 
ENFORCER
9
Tackles
9
Tackles
14
Duels Won
82%
Win %
Telasco Segovia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Lionel Messi 
CLUTCH HERO
89
Goal Time
89
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
10
Rating
Germán Berterame 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Luis Suárez
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
BENCH
Rocco Ríos Novo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Facundo Mura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maximiliano Falcón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ezequiel Abadia-Reda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Preston Plambeck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Ayala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Ruíz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mateo Silvetti
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Daniel Pinter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/23/2025 | FC Cincinnati | 0 - 4 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 07/26/2025 | Inter Miami | 0 - 0 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Chase Stadium |
| 07/16/2025 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 0 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 08/24/2024 | Inter Miami | 2 - 0 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | Chase Stadium |
| 07/06/2024 | FC Cincinnati | 6 - 1 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 10/07/2023 | Inter Miami | 0 - 1 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | DRV PNK Stadium |
| 08/23/2023 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 3 (PEN 4-5) | Inter Miami | US Open Cup | TQL Stadium |
| 04/01/2023 | FC Cincinnati | 1 - 0 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
| 07/31/2022 | Inter Miami | 4 - 4 | FC Cincinnati | Major League Soccer | DRV PNK Stadium |
| 03/19/2022 | FC Cincinnati | 3 - 1 | Inter Miami | Major League Soccer | TQL Stadium |
11/23/2025
07/26/2025
07/16/2025
08/24/2024
07/06/2024
10/07/2023
08/23/2023
04/01/2023
07/31/2022
03/19/2022
FC Cincinnati Win
Inter Miami Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +16
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 9 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: -6
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: -10
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 14 GD: +20
P: 15 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -7
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -1
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: -2
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -21
P: 14 GD: -7
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -12
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Messi's Masterclass Decides Eight-Goal Thriller at TQL Stadium
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. An astonishing eight-goal shootout showcased relentless attacking soccer and multiple lead changes, ultimately decided by a legendary individual performance.
The Opening Act
The atmosphere cracked with anticipation as the opening whistle blew at TQL Stadium. The visitors dictated the early tempo, pressing high and causing immediate trouble for the home defense. Miami struck early with a disallowed goal before L. Messi opened his account properly at the 24-minute mark. Cincinnati absolutely refused to blink. The home side leaned heavily into the high Stakes of this tight Eastern Conference matchup, slowly asserting their dominance in the midfield trenches. Their persistence paid off right before halftime, equalizing through a well-taken K. Denkey penalty. The Balance of power shifted rapidly as both teams traded heavy blows, ending the first half locked in a tense stalemate that barely hinted at the absolute fireworks to come. The visitors edged possession as the half progressed, but their deadly efficiency inside the penalty area was already becoming the primary storyline.
The Pivot
The second half immediately descended into a glorious 14-minute goal flurry that completely blew the game wide open. The home crowd erupted when P. Bucha fired the hosts into a brief lead, capping off a rapid counterattack. However, that joy was short-lived. Messi struck back almost immediately to level the score, finishing a precise, carving pass from R. de Paul. When Evander found the net in the 64th minute, Cincinnati once again seemed destined to defend a crucial home advantage. However, the true turning point of the evening arrived from the Miami bench. Substitute M. Silvetti stepped onto the grass and instantly reshaped the entire contest. Within two minutes of his introduction, the young attacker buried a vital equalizer to make it 3-3, single-handedly dragging the momentum entirely back to the visiting sideline.
Resolution
The final ten minutes delivered an Intensity that will be replayed all season. With Cincinnati desperately trying to hold the line and salvage a hard-fought draw, G. Berterame finally found the crucial breakthrough, hammering the ball home to put Miami ahead for good. The home defense simply had no answers left in the tank. Then, the legendary Argentine capped off his truly unforgettable night in Ohio. Combining seamlessly with Silvetti, Messi secured his sensational hat-trick in the 89th minute, ruthlessly sealing a remarkable 5-3 road victory. This dramatic result sees Inter Miami leapfrog closer to FC Cincinnati in the standings, proving that their relentless attacking philosophy can overcome any defensive resistance. The Upset factor tonight wasn't about the winner, but rather the sheer, unpredictable magnitude of the scoreline.
Key Questions
What made Lionel Messi the Man of the Match?
He scored a brilliant hat-trick and provided a crucial assist, dictating the game's tempo and dragging his team to a stunning road victory.
What caused the 8-goal thriller?
Relentless attacking from both sides generated 27 combined shots, with multiple lead changes and rapid offensive responses tearing up the defensive game plans completely.
How did FC Cincinnati complete the comeback from behind?
Cincinnati erased Miami's early lead through a K. Denkey penalty and a quick strike by P. Bucha, showcasing tremendous resilience before ultimately falling short.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
High-Stakes Shootout in Ohio
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 78/100. This crucial fixture at TQL Stadium will test Inter Miami's away credentials against a surging Cincinnati side desperate to breach the top four.
The Setup
Inter Miami sit third in the Eastern Conference, but FC Cincinnati are breathing down their necks from sixth. A win for the hosts slashes the gap to just one point. The Stakes are escalating rapidly as this top-four race heats up. Cincinnati brings an unbeaten five-match Form streak into the clash, anchored by three consecutive draws. Miami counters with exceptional traveling metrics, boasting five wins from seven away fixtures. The Balance here is razor-thin. Expect attacking fireworks with both sides combining for over four goals per game on average.
Key Battle
Evander is tearing up MLS right now. He dictates the home midfield and converts attacking transitions with ruthless efficiency. He faces off against the legendary Lionel Messi, who continues to orchestrate Miami's lethal frontline. Whichever playmaker finds more pockets of space between the defensive lines will inevitably decide this contest. The off-the-charts Stars rating reflects this immense, match-winning quality on the pitch.
Our Prediction
Our verdict is a breathless 2-2 draw. The attacking firepower on both rosters completely overshadows their defensive solidity. Cincinnati will push the tempo heavily at home, but Miami's devastating counter-attacks will strike back. Neither team will walk away empty-handed in a match where goals are practically guaranteed.