Overview
- Inter Miami remains the only unbeaten team in MLS, improving to 5-0-3 after defeating Columbus Crew, who suffered their first loss of the season.
- Benjamin Cremaschi's decisive diving header in the 30th minute, assisted by Marcelo Weigandt, marked his first goal of the season and the match's lone score.
- The match, originally scheduled for Columbus, was moved to Cleveland's Huntington Bank Field due to Lionel Messi's immense popularity, drawing a record 60,614 attendees.
- Columbus Crew dominated possession with 59.6% and created multiple chances but struggled with clinical finishing, managing only three shots on target out of 15 attempts.
- Inter Miami's defense, led by Oscar Ustari's critical second-half saves, preserved the shutout, showcasing a balanced team effort beyond Messi's influence.