Inter Miami has made MLS history by setting a new points record in the regular season, amassing 74 points after a thrilling 6-2 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday. A clutch performance saw Luis Suárez score a brace, followed by a Lionel Messi hat trick, and a goal from Benjamin Cremaschi, sealing a comeback win over New England, who previously held the record with 73 points in their 2021 campaign.
Under the leadership of head coach Tata Martino, Inter Miami has gone from playoff outsiders to record-breaking frontrunners. Last season, the Herons failed to qualify for the MLS Cup Playoffs, but this year, they have been propelled by two of football’s greatest stars—Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez. The duo combined for an incredible 40 goals and 25 assists over the season, proving that top-tier talent can transform a team’s fortunes.
Miami’s campaign wasn’t without its challenges. Early in the season, they struggled to find their rhythm, dropping points in five consecutive games across March and April. Critics questioned whether the squad was too unbalanced to make a serious run, with concerns that the star-studded roster lacked depth. However, Martino’s team silenced their doubters in the months that followed, winning 16 out of 20 games from mid-April to September, cementing their dominance in the league.
With 22 wins out of 34 games, Inter Miami not only clinched the Supporters’ Shield early but also ensured their place in the MLS record books. Their high-powered attack, led by Messi and Suárez, has left a lasting impact on the league, and the Herons are now being spoken of as one of the greatest MLS teams of all time.
But as historic as this regular season has been, the journey isn’t over yet for Inter Miami. The MLS Cup Playoffs are fast approaching, and the team will need to remain laser-focused as they aim to cap off their remarkable year with even more silverware. The pressure will be on for Miami to show that their regular-season success can translate into postseason glory.
One thing is certain—the star power of Messi and Suárez has redefined expectations for both Inter Miami and MLS. As the playoffs loom, all eyes will be on the Herons to see if they can continue their record-setting run and lift the MLS Cup for the first time in club history.
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