Mukhtar's Double Delivers
Nashville SC Dominates Inter Miami 4-1 as Hany Mukhtar Scores Twice in Second Half
Nashville SC handed Inter Miami a 4-1 thrashing on Saturday night, handing the Eastern Conference leaders a rare and convincing home loss. Hany Mukhtar was the star of the night, netting two second-half goals to blow the match open, according to Sun Sentinel.
The result marks only Nashville's second win over Inter Miami since Lionel Messi joined the club. Messi did score a first-half penalty, but it wasn't enough to keep Miami in the game, Yahoo Sports reported.
Mukhtar Tears Inter Miami Apart in Second Half
Nashville led 2-0 at halftime, but Mukhtar put the game to bed after the break. He scored twice in the second half, pushing the lead to 4-0 before Miami could respond. It was a dominant display from Nashville's German midfielder, who has been one of MLS's best players this season, according to Lufkin Daily News.
Andy Najar and Sam Surridge also got on the scoresheet for Nashville. The four-goal performance was a statement win. Nashville showed they can beat the best team in the East — and do it easily, Las Vegas Sun noted.
Messi Returns After Father's Death, Scores But Can't Save Miami
This match carried extra weight for Messi. It was his first game back after the death of his father, Jorge. Messi stepped up from the spot to convert a penalty in the first half, giving Miami brief hope. But his goal proved only a consolation in a night that belonged to Nashville, according to Sun Sentinel.
Miami also suffered a 3-2 loss to Club León earlier in the week. The back-to-back defeats will raise questions about Inter Miami's form heading deeper into the MLS season, Yahoo Sports reported.
Nashville Holds Firm at Top of MLS Standings
The win helps Nashville stay at the top of the MLS standings. The two clubs entered the match as the top two teams in the Eastern Conference. Nashville proved they are not just contenders — they are the team to beat right now, according to Las Vegas Sun.
For Inter Miami, the loss is a wake-up call. Messi's presence alone is not enough when the defense gives up four goals. Nashville exposed real weaknesses that other Eastern Conference teams will now look to target, Leader Telegram noted.
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