Inter Miami Faces Monterrey in Crucial Leagues Cup Match
Inter Miami is set to host Monterrey on Saturday during Matchday 2 of the 2026 Leagues Cup, a match that is critical for both teams' aspirations to progress to the knockout stage. Notably, Inter Miami will be without Lionel Messi, who is absent due to the recent passing of his father.
The tournament features two separate tables for MLS and Liga MX, with only the top four teams from each advancing to the Round of 16. Currently, Inter Miami ranks second in the MLS table with three points and a goal differential of plus-2, following a 4-2 victory over Atletico San Luis. In contrast, Monterrey is at the bottom of the Liga MX table with zero points after losing 2-1 to Orlando City in their opening match.
A win for Inter Miami would elevate them to six points, likely securing their position at the top of the MLS table and putting them in a strong position for the knockout rounds. Conversely, a loss for Monterrey would leave them with zero points, significantly jeopardizing their chances of advancing. If the match ends in a draw, the teams will proceed to a penalty shootout, with the winner earning two points and the loser one.
