Inter Miami secured a 3-1 victory over Pumas UNAM in a thrilling Leagues Cup match on August 6, 2025, at their home stadium. Despite missing key players Lionel Messi (injured) and Kaylor Navas (suspended), Inter Miami showed strong resilience and tactical cohesion to come from behind and dominate the second half.
Match Summary and Key Moments
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Pumas took an early lead with a well-executed goal, putting Inter Miami on the back foot initially.
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Rodrigo De Paul, making a significant impact, scored his first goal for Inter Miami to level the match before halftime. His highly composed finish was set up by dynamic play and a clever assist from Luis Suarez.
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Luis Suarez also featured prominently, scoring one goal and providing two assists, including a key setup for midfielder Tadeo Allende’s goal that extended Miami’s lead to 3-1.
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Inter Miami controlled much of the second half, producing sustained attacking pressure and converting their chances effectively.
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The win was marked by strong positional play, with players like De Paul and Suarez swapping positions fluidly to unsettle Pumas’ defense.
Notable Performances
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Rodrigo De Paul: Opened his Inter Miami goal account with a composed finish and was vital in creating offensive opportunities.
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Luis Suarez: Scored and assisted twice, orchestrating Miami’s attack with creativity and vision.
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Tadeo Allende: Netted an important goal to put Miami ahead comfortably.
Tactical Overview
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Even without Messi and Navas, Inter Miami’s tactical adaptability and teamwork shone, particularly in midfield transitions and fluid attacking moves.
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Pumas made a strong start but couldn’t maintain their defensive shape against Miami’s growing attacking threat, especially as the match progressed.
Significance
The 3-1 victory ensures Inter Miami’s progression into the Leagues Cup quarterfinals, continuing their strong run in this season’s tournament. The performance especially highlighted the team’s depth and the growing influence of new signings like Rodrigo De Paul and sustained leadership from veterans like Luis Suarez.
