Luis Suarez Scores Brace in Inter Miami’s Victory as Lionel Messi Recovers from Injury

Inter Miami‘s star power was on display as Argentine sensation Lionel Messi watched from the sidelines due to a hamstring injury while his compatriot, Luis Suarez, stole the show in a thrilling Major League Soccer encounter at Audi Field.

Suarez, the veteran Uruguayan striker, made a significant impact coming off the bench for Inter Miami, scoring two goals in quick succession against D.C. United to secure a 3-1 victory at D.C.’s home turf.

Inter Miami’s head coach, Tata Martino, praised Suarez’s performance, highlighting his crucial role in the team’s success with six goals and five assists in just seven games across various competitions since joining the MLS.

While Messi recuperates from his injury and eyes a return for the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals against Monterrey, Suarez’s seamless transition and impressive form in MLS come as no surprise given his stellar performances for Gremio in the Brazilian league.

The match saw Suarez’s first goal coming from a well-executed play involving Federico Redondo and Leo Campana, with his second goal showcasing his composure and skill as he chipped the ball over D.C. United’s goalkeeper after receiving a pass from Diego Gomez.

Despite Messi’s absence, Inter Miami showed resilience, with players like Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba stepping up alongside Suarez, while D.C. United’s Christian Benteke made a return from injury to add intrigue to the clash.

Inter Miami’s strategy paid off with a comeback after falling behind to D.C. United, as the teams traded goals before Suarez’s decisive impact shifted the momentum in favor of the visiting side.

As Messi focuses on his recovery and potential international duties with Argentina in warm-up matches ahead of the Copa America, Suarez’s standout performance serves as a testament to Inter Miami’s depth and ambition in the MLS.