Tata Martino Leaves Inter Miami After Playoff Failure

Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino, the head coach of Inter Miami, has decided to leave the club effective immediately, according to multiple reports. This decision comes after the team’s unexpected elimination from the MLS Cup playoffs, where they lost to Atlanta United in the first round.

Martino joined Inter Miami in the summer of 2023, coinciding with the arrival of Lionel Messi and other high-profile players like Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez, and Jordi Alba. During his tenure, he led the team to several significant achievements, including a historic MLS-record 74 points in the 2024 regular season and the 2024 Supporters’ Shield. Additionally, he won the 2023 Leagues Cup with the team.

Despite these successes, the team’s failure to advance in the playoffs was a major disappointment. Martino himself acknowledged that the season was not successful due to their early playoff exit. “It’s not a successful season when you’re knocked out in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals,” he stated.

The reasons for Martino’s departure are cited as personal, although the specifics have not been disclosed. This move marks the end of a chapter that was expected to last longer, given the ambitious project led by David Beckham and the significant financial investment in the team.

Martino’s managerial career is highly respected, with previous roles at Barcelona, the Argentina national team, and Atlanta United, where he won the MLS Cup in 2018. His departure leaves Inter Miami with the task of finding a new coach to maintain the team’s competitive edge and ambition for future seasons.