Lansing, MI, October 14, 2026 —

Inter Miami secured a place in the MLS playoffs with a 2-0 victory over New York City FC in Miami Gardens, Florida. Lionel Messi contributed an assist during the match.

The result clinched Inter Miami’s playoff spot. The available information does not specify when the match was played or provide details about the goals, including who scored them or when they occurred. It also does not identify the player who received Messi’s assist.

No additional match statistics, standings details or statements from players, coaches or teams were provided. The result and Messi’s assist are the only on-field details available in the summary.

The information provided does not indicate what the result means for either team beyond Inter Miami’s qualification. It does not include a playoff schedule, an opponent for Inter Miami’s next match or further details about New York City FC’s status.

Accordingly, the confirmed details are limited to the 2-0 score, the matchup, the location, Inter Miami’s clinched playoff place and Messi’s assist. Further information about the match or the teams was not provided.


Story summarized from the original created by ALANIS THAMES, Associated Press on www.wlns.com, see more information here.

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