In a striking display of talent, Inter Miami CF bested Real Salt Lake 2-0 on April 22, 2026, in Sandy, Utah. This victory not only secured three points for Miami but also put an end to RSL’s impressive six-game unbeaten streak.
The match unfolded before a sold-out crowd of 21,512 enthusiastic fans. Among them was Lionel Messi, who played the full match but, despite several chances, did not find the net.
Rodrigo De Paul ignited the scoreboard with a stunning goal in the 82nd minute. He curled a shot into the upper-right corner after a clever short corner taken from Telasco Segovia.
Just one minute later, Luis Suárez doubled Inter Miami’s lead, sealing the game with his second goal of the season. The swift succession of goals left Real Salt Lake reeling.
Real Salt Lake had previously enjoyed multi-goal victories in their last two matches, making this loss particularly jarring for them. Their coach, Pablo Mastroeni, remarked on how disappointing it was to see their unbeaten streak come to an end at home.
Earlier in the match, Rafael Cabral made a remarkable save against Messi’s left-footed shot in the 21st minute—a moment that showcased Messi’s ability to create opportunities even if he didn’t convert them.
Moreover, RSL had a goal disallowed for offside during the first half—a pivotal moment that could have shifted the momentum of the game.
This match marked another chapter in Inter Miami’s journey as they continued their impressive run; they are now unbeaten in their last eight regular-season games.
The only other encounter between these two teams resulted in a similar 2-0 win for Miami during the 2024 season opener. This consistency hints at a growing rivalry.
As both teams look ahead, questions linger about how Real Salt Lake will respond after this setback and whether Inter Miami can maintain their winning form.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding potential adjustments for both teams as they prepare for their upcoming matches.
