MATCH RECAP: Inter Miami Beats Tigres 2-1
Match recap: Inter Miami beats Tigres 2-1 in a thrilling Leagues Cup 2025 quarterfinal at Chase Stadium on Wednesday night. Luis Suárez was the hero, scoring both goals to secure Miami’s spot in the semifinals.
Starting Lineup
Game time mode: ON 👊🩷🖤 pic.twitter.com/cIV94yINFa
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 21, 2025
Inter Miami started with Óscar Ustari in goal. The defense featured Ian Fray, Maximiliano Falcón, Gonzalo Luján, and Jordi Alba. Midfield was anchored by captain Sergio Busquets and Yannick Bright, while Tadeo Allende, Rodrigo De Paul, and Telasco Segovia pushed forward. Up front, Luis Suárez led the attack.
Match Highlights
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— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 21, 2025
- 23rd Minute: Suárez opened the scoring with a calm penalty, giving Inter Miami a 1-0 lead and marking his second goal of the 2025 Leagues Cup campaign.
- 67th Minute: Tigres equalized when Ángel Correa found the net, leveling the score 1-1.
- 75th Minute: Goalkeeper Ustari made a spectacular save, denying Correa from close range and keeping the score tied.
- 89th Minute: Suárez stepped up once again, converting another penalty to make it 2-1. This goal was his third in the Leagues Cup and fourth in his last four appearances across all competitions.
The 2-1 result held until the final whistle, sending Inter Miami into the semifinals, where they will face MLS rivals Orlando City FC at Chase Stadium on Tuesday, August 26, or Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
PISTOLERO INFALIBLE 😮💨 🎯 pic.twitter.com/HyHOAXBN6o
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) August 21, 2025
Upcoming Fixture
Inter Miami will return to MLS action this Saturday, August 23, traveling to Washington, D.C. to face D.C. United at Audi Field at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Match Stats
| Statistic | Inter Miami | Tigres |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 41.3% | 58.7% |
| Shots | 13 | 11 |
| Saves | 1 | 2 |
| Corners | 4 | 2 |
| Fouls | 8 | 15 |
This victory reinforces Inter Miami’s confidence in the 2025 Leagues Cup, with Luis Suárez once again proving to be the key figure in high-stakes matches.
For more updates, visit the Leagues Cup official website.
