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MATCH RECAP: Inter Miami CF Falls on the Road Against Charlotte FC

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Inter Miami CF (13W-6L-7D, 46 points) fell 3-0 on Saturday night in its visit to Charlotte FC in MLS regular season action.

Lineup Notes

Inter Miami took the pitch with Óscar Ustari in goal; Ian Fray, Tomás Avilés, Maximiliano Falcón, and Jordi Alba made up the back four; Yannick Bright and Sergio Busquets started at the base in midfield; with Rodrigo De Paul, captain Lionel Messi and Telasco Segovia playing further ahead; Tadeo Allende led the team in attack.

Academy product Daniel Pinter featured in a First Team matchday squad for the first time, as the forward was signed on a short-term agreement from the Club’s MLS NEXT Pro team Inter Miami CF II. He went on to enter the match as a second-half substitute in the 70th minute to make his debut for the Club’s First Team.

Match Action

Inter Miami had a good look early on in search of the opener in the sixth minute, with a powerful volley from Alba from the left end of the box being saved by Charlotte’s goalkeeper.

Inter Miami had a penalty in its favor in the 32nd minute, but the attempt from the spot was saved.

The hosts took the lead in the 34th minute through a goal from Idan Toklomati.

Charlotte then extended its lead with two more goals throughout the second half, with Toklomati scoring in the 47th minute and converting a penalty in the 84th minute.

Next Match

Next, Inter Miami faces a quick turnaround ahead of its next regular season fixture, with the Club set to host Seattle Sounders FC at home in Chase Stadium this Tuesday, Sept.16. Secure your tickets for the match HERE.

Stats

Possesion:

CLT - 45.2%
MIA - 54.8%

Shots:

CLT - 10
MIA - 9

Saves:

CLT - 4
MIA - 1

Corners:

CLT - 4
MIA - 5

Fouls:

CLT - 10
MIA - 18