Overview
- Inter Miami defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in Fort Lauderdale to capture the club’s first MLS championship.
- Miami went ahead via an early Ocampo own goal, conceded an equalizer, then reclaimed the lead when Rodrigo De Paul scored in the 71st minute from a Messi pass.
- Tadeo Allende closed out the final with a stoppage-time strike in the 90'+6', set up by Messi’s second assist.
- David Beckham praised the long-term vision and belief behind the club, while coach Javier Mascherano credited the entire squad, including departing veterans, for a mentality shift.
- The title confirms Miami’s place in Campeón de Campeones and, per match reports, pushes Messi to 407 career assists and 48 trophies.