Match Recap
Inter Miami Secures Victory Over Tigres UANL
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Luis Suarez scored twice on penalty kicks and Inter Miami overcame Lionel Messi’s absence to beat Tigres UANL from Mexico 2-1 in a Leagues Cup quarterfinal Wednesday night.
After leading his team to victory over the LA Galaxy, Messi did not train ahead of the game Wednesday.
First Half Highlights
Suarez Converts Penalty Kick
Suarez converted his first penalty after Jordi Alba’s cross hit the arm of sliding Tigres defender Javier Aquino. Ángel Correa scored for Tigres, slicing through the defense for the equalizer.
Second Half Highlights
Suarez Scores Winner
Then, the ball once again hit Aquino’s arm in the box and Suarez scored the winner from the penalty spot.
A late header from Tigres’ Edgar Lopez ricocheted off both posts.
Coaching Controversy
Mascherano Given Red Card
Miami coach Javier Mascherano was given a red card before the second half began. Mascherano was seen talking on the phone and giving instructions after being sent off, which is prohibited per Leagues Cup rules.
Player Injuries
Alba Leaves Game Early
Inter Miami’s Jordi Alba left early in the second half after hurting his lower leg in a collision late in the first half.
Conclusion
Inter Miami Advances in Leagues Cup
With Suarez’s two goals, Inter Miami was able to overcome the absence of Messi and secure a spot in the next round of the Leagues Cup. The team will look to continue their winning streak in the upcoming matches.
FAQs
Q: Who scored the winning goal for Inter Miami?
A: Luis Suarez scored the winning goal from a penalty kick.
Q: Why was Miami coach Javier Mascherano given a red card?
A: Mascherano was given a red card for talking on the phone and giving instructions after being sent off, which is prohibited per Leagues Cup rules.
Q: Who will Inter Miami face in the next round of the Leagues Cup?
A: The information is not available in this article, but it will be determined after the completion of the quarterfinal matches.
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