Inter Miami CF Wins Season Opener

     Inter Miami CF was victorious in their season opener 2-0 over Real Salt Lake at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday night. Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets played in their first season-opening contest for the team. 

     It was the first Major League Soccer game to be played during the 2024 regular season. It was earliest date that Inter Miami CF has begun a regular season. Inter Miami CF opened up their fifth MLS season in franchise history. 

     In the first half, Inter Miami CF scored their first goal of the season during the 39th minute. Robert Taylor was able to give them a 1-0 lead on a right-footed shot from 15 yards away. Messi got his first assist of the 2024 season. 

     Diego Gomez made it 2-0 in the 83rd minute. Suarez was able to collect his first Major League Soccer assist with his new club.