Inter Miami Pummelled 6-0 in Preseason Friendly
Match Recap
Inter Miami's arduous 2024 preseason tour took a turn for the worse as the MLS club was pummeled 6-0 by Saudi Pro League giants Al Nassr in a friendly match on Wednesday. The match, which was billed as a potential final meeting between longtime rivals Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, was a one-sided affair from the start.
Ronaldo Shines, Messi Disappears
Al Nassr's Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, stole the show with a hat-trick, while Messi was largely ineffective for Inter Miami. The match marked the potential final chapter in the storied rivalry between the two legendary players, as both are now in the twilight of their careers.
The match kicked off at 11:30 PM IST on February 1, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Inter Miami played with a much-changed lineup, featuring several youngsters and fringe players. Al Nassr, on the other hand, fielded a strong side led by Ronaldo and other international stars.
Inter Miami's misery was compounded by an early red card to defender Ryan Sailor, which left them playing with 10 men for the majority of the match. Al Nassr took full advantage of their numerical advantage, scoring six goals in the space of 25 minutes.
The match was a disappointing end to Inter Miami's preseason tour, which has been marked by poor results and injuries. The club will now return to the United States to prepare for the upcoming MLS season, which begins on March 4.
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