Inter Miami Vs Atalanta 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
In an encounter at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Atlanta United secured a 3-1 victory against Inter Miami. Let’s break down the key moments of this thrilling match:
Summary
First Half
The Chase Stadium buzzed with anticipation as the teams took the field. Inter Miami started cautiously, maintaining possession and probing Atlanta United’s defense. Atlanta United, however, looked dangerous on the counter, with Thiago Almada pulling the strings in midfield. In the 25th minute, a lightning-fast break saw Saba Lobjanidze burst through Inter Miami’s defense.
Lobjanidze’s precise finish beat the goalkeeper, giving Atlanta United a 1-0 lead. The away fans erupted in celebration. Lionel Messi, also wearing the Inter Miami colors, began to orchestrate attacks.
His dribbling and vision troubled Atlanta’s defense, but they held firm. Luis Suárez came close to equalizing, but his shot sailed wide.
Half-Time Score: Inter Miami 0 – 1 Atlanta United
Second Half
Inter Miami emerged from the break with renewed determination. Sergio Busquets dictated play from midfield, spraying passes to the wings. Atlanta United’s defense remained resolute, led by Caleb Wiley and Josh Cohen. In the 73rd minute, Atlanta United struck again. Jamal Thiaré capitalized on a defensive lapse, also slotting home from close range. Inter Miami’s fans fell silent as the scoreline read 0-2.
But wait! In the 80th minute, a moment of magic from Messi. He danced past defenders and unleashed a left-footed rocket into the net. The stadium erupted, and hope also returned for Inter Miami. Inter Miami pushed forward desperately, also seeking an equalizer.Jordi Alba overlapped from left-back, delivering dangerous crosses.
But Atlanta United’s defense held firm.
Final Whistle
- The referee blew the whistle, and Atlanta United celebrated their 3-1 victory.
The Goals:
- Saba Lobjanidze (44th minute):
- Lobjanidze dribbled down the middle of the field and also unleashed a powerful shot from above the top of the box. The ball found the left corner of the net, giving Atlanta United the lead.
- Also Saba Lobjanidze (59th minute):
- Lobjanidze struck again, this time with a left-footed shot from outside the box that curled inside the far post. His fourth goal of the season doubled Atlanta’s advantage.
- Lionel Messi (62nd minute):
- Messi, returning to Miami’s lineup, also scored from outside the box, beating Atlanta’s goalkeeper. His 11th goal of the season also matched Luis Suárez for the team lead.
- Also Jamal Thiare (73rd minute):
- Thiare extended Atlanta’s lead after deflecting Caleb Wiley’s cross from close range.
Historical Context:o
- Inter Miami, riding a 10-game unbeaten streak, faced inconsistency in this match.
- Atlanta United also snapped their winless drought of nine matches (0-5-4) with this crucial victory.
- Despite the loss, Inter Miami (10-3-4, 34 points) maintained a one-point lead atop the Eastern Conference and the overall MLS standings over Cincinnati (10-3-3, 33 points).
Josh Cohen, stepping in for the suspended Brad Guzan, made four crucial saves for Atlanta. Despite Messi’s efforts, Inter Miami couldn’t maintain their unbeaten run.
Statistics
- Possession:
- Inter Miami: 52%
- Atalanta United: 48%
- Also Shots (on target):
- Inter Miami: 14 (6)
- Atalanta United: 10 (3)
- Corners:
- Inter Miami: 7
- Atalanta United: 5
- Also Fouls:
- Inter Miami: 12
- Atalanta United: 15
- Yellow Cards:
- Inter Miami: 2
- Also Atalanta United: 3
- Red Cards:
- Inter Miami: 0
- Also Atalanta United: 1 (Simone Verdi, 82nd minute)