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Montreal vs Inter Miami match
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The gist
Inter Miami host CF Montreal at Nu Stadium on Aug. 29, with Messi starting. Miami sit second in the East, Montreal 14th, both seeking vital points.
Background
Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, are second in the Eastern Conference with 39 points, while CF Montreal are 14th with 21 points. Miami are winless in four matches, while Montreal are unbeaten in four. The match is part of MLS Matchday 22, with both teams looking to improve their standings.
How it unfolded
- Jul 25, 2026Inter Miami beat Montreal 1-0 on the road, with Suárez scoring an 81st-minute penalty.
- Aug 28, 2026Miami Herald previews the match, noting Montreal's signing of Alexis Sánchez and Miami's injury list.
- Aug 29, 2026Match day: Inter Miami host CF Montreal at Nu Stadium, kickoff 7:30 p.m. ET. Messi is confirmed to start.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Signal's model predicts a 2-1 Inter Miami win, citing Miami's firepower and Montreal's leaky defense.
- Caution
- MLS Multiplex predicts a 2-2 draw, noting Miami's defense is not as solid as it used to be.