Overview
- With the series now level at 1-1, the third match is scheduled for Nov. 8 at Chase Stadium in Miami.
- Sam Surridge won and converted a disputed penalty confirmed by VAR to give Nashville an early lead.
- Josh Bauer made it 2-0 with a header off a corner late in the first half before Messi scored in the 89th minute.
- The match at GEODIS Park was played under heavy rain, conditions Nashville managed more effectively.
- Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano cautioned against complacency and confirmed Jordi Alba and Rodrigo De Paul are available, with the winner to face FC Cincinnati or Columbus Crew in the Eastern Conference semifinals.