Minnesota United FC secured a 3-1 victory over Inter Miami CF on Saturday night, dominating the match from start to finish. The team’s success was marked by several key moments.
Key Moments of the Match
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First-Half Goals:
- Anthony Markanich scored in first-half stoppage time, giving Minnesota United FC an early lead of 2-0.
- Bongokuhle Hlongwane added to the score in the 32nd minute with his first goal of the season.
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Inter Miami’s Response:
- Marcelo Weigandt briefly gave Inter Miami CF hope with an own goal in the 68th minute.
- However, Robin Lod sealed the victory for Minnesota United FC just two minutes later, scoring his first goal of the season with a one-touch finish from a pass by Tani Oluwaseyi.
Lionel Messi’s Performance
In other news, Lionel Messi continued to impress in Major League Soccer by scoring his fourth regular-season league goal since joining. He achieved this by taking a cross from Jordi Alba and rolling a shot past goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair inside the back post in the 48th minute.
Match Conditions and Coach Insights
The match was part of MLS Week 11 action at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota, with temperatures reaching highs above freezing after snowfall earlier that day. The slick conditions posed challenges for both teams.
Coach Adrian Heath’s Comments
- Adrian Heath, Minnesota United’s coach, praised his team’s performance:
- "We’ve been working hard all week. It wasn’t easy out there tonight, but we got three points, so I’m really proud of them."
- He acknowledged the difficulties posed by the weather: "It was tough out there tonight, but we adapted well."
Player Reflections
- Tani Oluwaseyi echoed Heath’s sentiments about adapting to the weather:
- "We were prepared for anything they could throw at us."
- Oluwaseyi also praised teammate Anthony Markanich, who scored two goals:
- "He did great tonight."
Markanich credited his teammates for their support, particularly Hlongwane and Lod, for their contributions to his goals.
Inter Miami’s Struggles
Veljko Paunovic, Inter Miami CF’s coach, expressed disappointment following the loss:
- "We didn’t play very well," he stated, acknowledging the challenges posed by the weather but emphasizing that they were not excuses for the loss.
- He praised goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair for his performance against Inter Miami’s attackers.
Player Reactions
- Matias Pellegrini, Inter Miami midfielder, expressed disappointment:
- "It wasn’t what we expected," acknowledging the difficulties but stating it was not an excuse for their loss.
Conclusion
Minnesota United FC’s victory over Inter Miami CF showcased their resilience and ability to adapt under challenging conditions. The match highlighted key performances from players and set the stage for future competitions in the league.
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