Inter Miami Defeat Chicago Fire 3–2 in Messi's Absence and Break Landmark "Casemiro" News to Fans

Inter Miami secured a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Chicago Fire in an action-packed match held early this morning in Miami, as part of Major League Soccer (MLS) regular season competition.

The match saw the absence of star duo Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul from Inter Miami's squad following their recent participation with the Argentina national team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Match Recap & Scoring Summary

Uruguayan striker Luis Suárez emerged as the hero of the match, bagging a brilliant brace for Inter Miami in the 27th and 51st minutes. Chicago Fire leveled the game through an own goal by Rocco Ríos Novo in the 18th minute and a strike from Buso in the 67th minute. However, Preston Plumbick clinched the dramatic winner for Inter Miami in the 87th minute of play.

With this crucial victory, Inter Miami raised their points tally to 34 points, cementing 2nd place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings, trailing leaders Nashville SC by five points.

Transfer Bombshell: Casemiro Joins Inter Miami

Alongside the on-field triumph, Inter Miami CF officially announced the marquee signing of veteran Brazilian midfielder Casemiro on a free transfer. The contract ties him to the club through the end of the 2027 MLS season, with an option to extend until June 2029.

The club management emphasized that this signing reflects their ambitious project to construct a world-class squad capable of competing at the highest level.

Casemiro stated following his signing:

"What always drives me is winning titles and continuous self-improvement. The ambitious project presented by Inter Miami, along with the immense effort put into completing this transfer, were the key factors behind my decision. I am deeply grateful for this trust and look forward to delivering on and off the pitch."

From his side, Jorge Mas, Managing Owner of Inter Miami, commented:

"Signing a player of Casemiro's caliber embodies our vision to become not only the best club in the United States, but a global benchmark in world football. He brings a championship mindset and elite leadership on and off the pitch."

Co-owner David Beckham also warmly welcomed the Brazilian star, expressing immense pride in Casemiro choosing Miami following legendary spells at Real Madrid and Manchester United.

A Decorated Career of Excellence

Casemiro joins the Inter Miami squad—captained by Argentine legend Lionel Messi—after three seasons with Manchester United, where he lifted both the FA Cup and the EFL Cup.

Prior to his Premier League stint, the Brazilian international wrote one of the most successful chapters in Real Madrid's history. Over eight seasons, he featured in 336 matches, scoring 31 goals and providing 29 assists, while capturing 18 major trophies—including the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, the FIFA Club World Cup, and the UEFA Super Cup.

On the international stage, Casemiro boasts 91 caps for Brazil, winning the 2019 Copa América and representing A Seleção in the 2018, 2022, and 2026 World Cups. During the 2026 World Cup, he started all five matches for Brazil and scored a goal, cementing his legacy as one of the premier defensive midfielders of his generation.