Inter Miami's Eye-Opening Club World Cup Journey

Inter Miami, led by coach Javier Mascherano and featuring Lionel Messi, exited the Club World Cup after a 4-0 loss to PSG. The experience is seen as beneficial for the team and MLS, highlighting the gap between MLS and top European clubs as a learning opportunity.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-06-2025 00:49 IST | Created: 30-06-2025 00:49 IST
Inter Miami's Eye-Opening Club World Cup Journey
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Inter Miami faced a challenging exit from the Club World Cup with a 4-0 loss to the formidable Paris St Germain. Despite the setback, coach Javier Mascherano views the tournament as a crucial learning opportunity for both his team and Major League Soccer.

Featuring the iconic Lionel Messi, Inter Miami managed to reach the knockout stages by finishing second in Group A. However, their encounter with PSG, Messi's former club, highlighted the significant competitive gap between MLS teams and Europe's elite.

Mascherano commented, "This experience provides a valuable lesson. We need to evaluate our performance and leverage this experience for future successes in our National League. PSG's talent, under the guidance of coach Luis Enrique, exemplifies the caliber we aspire to reach."

(With inputs from agencies.)

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