Inter Miami CF secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Tigres UANL at Chase Stadium, earning a spot in the 2025 Leagues Cup semifinals. This achievement came despite the absence of Lionel Messi due to a recurring muscle injury. The defending Leagues Cup champions took an early lead with a penalty converted by Luis Suárez after a handball by Tigres defender Javier Aquino. Momentum was temporarily stalled when Jordi Alba sustained an injury and was subbed out at halftime. In a separate incident, head coach Javier Mascherano received a red card before the second half began, resulting in his removal from the touchline. Tigres fought back in the second half with a goal by Ángel Correa to equalize, but Inter Miami quickly regained the lead after a second penalty, again converted by Suárez. Tigres nearly equalized in extra time, but Miami held on to secure the win and advance to the next round. Inter Miami will now face the winner of the Orlando City vs. Toluca match.
