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Lionel Messi was nullified as Vancouver's perfect game plan worked in a 2-0 triumph over Inter Miami.
Inter Miami are one of the favourites to win the CONCACAF Champions Cup this season; however, they could be heading out of the competition after they were beaten by Vancouver.
The Canadian side defeated the Herons 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions Cup clash to take a huge advantage into the second leg in Miami.
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Key match details
Vancouver's counter-attacking strategy proved effective against Inter Miami's possession-based approach. The Whitecaps ceded control, waiting for opportunities to strike, and Brian White capitalised on a perfectly weighted pass from Sebastian Berhalter to score the opening goal.
Inter Miami's star-studded attack struggled to create clear chances, with Lionel Messi forced into difficult positions and long-range shots. Vancouver's goalkeeper, Yohei Takaoka, made impressive saves to deny Messi and preserve his team's lead.
The match was sealed late on when Berhalter scored a spectacular goal, a cherry on the proverbial cake.
Despite the defeat, however, Inter Miami cannot be ruled out, as they also came from behind after going two goals down at a point in the previous round against LAFC to win the tie thanks to some Messi magic.
Super Eagles legend Obafemi Martins made his pick in the never-ending GOAT debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, and he provided a reason for his choice.
Martins, 40, is of the same generation as the duo. He played as a forward for top teams across multiple leagues, hence, the former Super Eagles star values variety, and this is factored into his choice.
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