Charlotte vs Inter Miami match
The gist
Inter Miami, second in the Eastern Conference with 59 points, host fifth-place Charlotte on MLS Decision Day.
Both are already in the playoffs; the result decides seeding and Game Three hosting.
How it unfolded
- Oct 21, 2023Charlotte FC clinched their first-ever playoff berth by beating Miami, with Vargas' 10th-minute goal the winner.
- Sep 13, 2025Charlotte beat Inter Miami 3-0 at home; Idan Toklomati scored in the 34th and 47th minutes and converted a penalty in the 84th.
- Mar 14, 2026The teams drew 0-0 in a match with five yellow cards and 29 fouls; Messi did not play.
Key terms
- seeding
- The practice of separating the most skilled competitors in a tournament bracket so they do not meet in early rounds.
- Game Three
- A playoff format where the winner is decided by total points or goals scored across two legs.
Source: Wikipedia