Overview
- Inter Miami defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1, with an Edier Ocampo own goal (18'), an Ali Ahmed equalizer (60'), a Rodrigo De Paul strike (71') and a stoppage-time finish by Tadeo Allende.
- Lionel Messi recorded two assists, including the late pass that set up Allende to seal the result.
- Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets announced their retirement after lifting the trophy with Miami.
- Reports indicate Messi's club deal runs through 2028, while he has not confirmed plans for the 2026 World Cup.
- Both teams reached the MLS final for the first time, with Vancouver's run fueled in part by August signing Thomas Müller, who scored 8 goals in 11 matches.