Inter Miami returned to MLS action with a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Fire, although the win was overshadowed by one of the most striking own goals of the season. The Florida team faced its first match after the break without Lionel Messi or Rodrigo De Paul, but found the necessary goals from Luis Suárez and Preston Plambeck to secure the three points.
Inter Miami overcomes an own goal and maintains second place in the Eastern Conference
The play that opened the scoring came before the half-hour mark. Defender Ian Fray attempted to return the ball to his goalkeeper, Rocco Ríos Novo, who was returning to the starting lineup after more than four months. The communication failed, and the goalkeeper couldn’t control the pass, so the ball ended up in his own net.
Lewandowski’s presence near the play may have influenced the goalkeeper’s decision, although the goal was recorded as an own goal, surprising players and fans alike.
Inter Miami’s response was swift. Luis Suárez equalized before halftime and then struck again at the start of the second half to give his team the lead with a brace that changed the course of the match.
Luis Suárez and Preston Plambeck seal Inter Miami’s victory
Chicago Fire managed to tie the game thanks to Puso Dithejane as the match entered its final stages. However, Preston Plambeck appeared in the 87th minute to score the decisive 3-2 goal and secure the victory for the team managed by the Miami bench.
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With this result, Inter Miami reaches 34 points and remains in second place in the Eastern Conference, with a record of ten wins, four losses, and two draws. Nashville continues to lead the standings, although the Florida team maintains pressure in the fight for the top spots this season.
