Lionel Messi’s S:ho:ck Exit: PSG Thrash Inter Miami 4-0 in Stunning Club World Cup Blow!
Inter Miami’s FIFA Club World Cup Run Ends with Heavy Defeat
In an intense match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) delivered a crushing 4-0 victory over Inter Miami, ending Miami’s hopeful campaign in the FIFA Club World Cup. All four goals were scored during a dominant first-half display by PSG.
Miami, invited to the tournament after winning Major League Soccer’s Supporters’ Shield, had performed admirably in the group stage, finishing without a loss. Their journey included a goalless draw with Al Ahly, a 2-1 win against Porto, and a 2-2 draw with Palmeiras, a game in which they initially led 2-0.
The match against PSG began poorly for Miami, with Joao Neves opening the scoring just six minutes in. Neves doubled his tally before half-time, while an own goal from Tomas Aviles and a late goal from Achraf Hakimi sealed the emphatic victory for PSG.
Inter Miami conceded four goals in the first half against PSG
Lionel Messi, now with Miami, was visibly frustrated, touching the ball just 14 times in the first half, mostly during kick-offs. His former Barcelona teammates, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba, also struggled during the clash.
The defeat sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with some fans criticizing Messi, questioning his performance outside Barcelona and Argentina, while others defended him, emphasizing his achievements in football.
Achraf Hakimi scored in PSG’s roaring first-half performance
Despite the heavy loss, efforts from Miami’s players were evident, though PSG showcased why they are considered among the world’s best teams. Miami’s next challenge awaits in the quarter-finals, where Bayern Munich or Flamengo will be their opponents.
Inter Miami’s owner, David Beckham, who was injured in a sling after recent surgery, reflected on the match, recalling PSG’s reputation and expressing pride in his team’s achievement of reaching the tournament’s knockout stage.