2023 Leagues Cup: Inter Miami CF Wins in Dramatic Penalty Shootout

Inter Miami Secures Inaugural Trophy

Inter Miami CF emerged victorious in the inaugural Leagues Cup final, defeating Nashville SC on penalties at GEODIS Park in Nashville, Tennessee.

Messi Leads Inter Miami to Victory

Just seven games into his Inter Miami career, Lionel Messi captained the team to its first-ever trophy. The Argentine maestro played a pivotal role throughout the tournament.

The match ended 1-1 after regulation and extra time, with Nashville's Hany Mukhtar scoring in the 63rd minute and Miami's Ariel Lassiter equalizing in the 85th.

Penalty Drama Unfolds

In the penalty shootout, Inter Miami goalkeeper Clement Diop saved two Nashville attempts, while Miami converted all five of their spot-kicks.

Jean Mota scored the decisive penalty, securing the victory for Inter Miami and handing them the inaugural Leagues Cup title.

Historic Match for MLS

The 2023 Leagues Cup was the first edition of the tournament to feature 47 clubs from both Major League Soccer (MLS) and Liga MX.

The final showcased the growing rivalry between MLS and Liga MX, with both leagues seeking to establish their dominance in North American soccer.

Additional Notes

* The match was played in front of a sold-out crowd of over 22,000 fans. * Messi was named Man of the Match for his impressive performance. * Inter Miami will next face Barcelona in a friendly match on July 24. * Nashville SC will return to MLS action on August 20 against the New England Revolution.