With a sensational free-kick goal from Lionel Messi, Inter Miami claimed its first-ever win at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, defeating FC Porto 2–1. The result puts Javier Mascherano’s team level on points with Group A leaders Palmeiras, both sitting at 4 points.
After a lackluster 0–0 draw in the opener against Al Ahly, Inter Miami bounced back in style. Goals from Telasco Segovia and Messi sealed the first-ever Club World Cup win for an MLS team under the tournament’s new format.
What’s Next for Inter Miami?
The team from Florida now turns its focus to a decisive final group stage match against Palmeiras on Monday, June 23 at 9 PM ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Here are the three scenarios that would allow Messi’s Inter Miami to advance to the Round of 16:
If Inter Miami Wins: they top Group A with 7 points and advance as group winners.If Inter Miami Draws: they reach 5 points and secure qualification, regardless of the Al Ahly vs. Porto result. They would advance as second place, due to goal difference behind Palmeiras.
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Video: Lionel Messi scores stunning goal to put Inter Miami ahead of Porto in the Club World Cup
What if Inter Miami loses?
Two possible outcomes:
If Porto and Al Ahly draw:Inter Miami advances with 4 points, while both opponents finish with 2.If either Porto or Al Ahly wins:It comes down to goal difference.Current standings:Inter Miami: +1 (2 goals for, 1 against)Porto: –1 (1 for, 2 against)Al Ahly: –2 (0 for, 2 against)If the winning team surpasses Inter Miami’s goal difference, Messi’s team could be eliminated.
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FIFA Club World Cup 2025 TV Schedule in the USA and Streaming Links
