Follow the live minute by minute action as Inter Miami faces Cincinnati in the US Open Cup semifinals, a clash that could shape the path to a major title on American soil.
The two teams had previously met in the 2023 US Open Cup semifinals at TQL Stadium, with Las Garzas traveling to challenge the Orange and Blue. The match carried the weight of Messi’s ongoing adventure in North America and the chance for Cincinnati to push toward another bowl of success in a high-stakes setting.
Inter Miami advanced to the semifinals by defeating Birmingham Legion 1-0 in the quarterfinals, with Nicolás Stefanelli delivering the decisive moment before Messi’s arrival. Cincinnati secured their place by edging the Pittsburgh Riverhounds 3-1 in the prior round, thanks to goals from Brandon Vázquez, Álvaro Barreal, and Santiago Arias.
Leagues Cup 2023: dates, teams, fixtures and the full schedule are part of the current football calendar in North America, with fans eagerly awaiting the next blockbuster matchups and the implications for club prestige. The spotlight now shifts to the semi final stage where both sides aim to advance to the final and chase a domestic cup trophy that would mark a significant milestone in this era of competition, featuring star players who have drawn global attention.
More details emerge as the event unfolds, with coverage and updates circulating across major outlets as fans tune in for the action. GOAL provides ongoing coverage of the match and its pivotal moments as the teams push for supremacy in this high-profile fixture.
INTER MIAMI – CINCINNATI MINUTE BY MINUTE
- 97′ – INTER MIAMI GOAL! Leonardo Campana nets a second goal to level the score, keeping hopes alive late in the contest.
- Thus, the pink side closes the gap and fans rally to their feet.
- 67′ – INTER MIAMI GOAL! Leo Messi delivers the assist as Campana finds the net to make it a one-goal game.
- A powerful long-range strike from the Mexican-American forward proves too hot to handle for the goalkeeper.
- 53′ – CINCINNATI GOAL! Brandon Vázquez extends the lead for the hosts with a clinical finish.
- Play resumes after the brief pause for halftime, with Cincinnati ahead as the teams head to the locker rooms.
- That first goal by Lucho Acosta came at a moment of clarity during the opening stages of the match.
- The captain’s finish was crisp, opening the scoring and energizing the home crowd.
- 18′ – CINCINNATI GOAL! Luciano Acosta threads a clever run to beat the defense and register a marker for the visitors.
- The momentum begins to tilt as the match progresses, with both sides looking for breakthroughs.
- From minute to minute, Las Garzas and Oranje en Blauw exchange moments of buildup and danger, reflecting the intensity of a knockout semifinal.
- In Cincinnati, the squad features a strong Argentine presence with Lucho Acosta starting as captain, a testament to the club’s creative core.
- With Messi and Toto Avilés drawing attention, the lineup reflects the strategic approach of the coach and his staff.
- Good evening and welcome to live coverage of the US Open semifinal as Inter Miami meets Cincinnati at a packed TQL Stadium, a match watched by fans across the league and beyond.
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HOW TO WATCH LIVE TV AND STREAMING
The battle between the Garzas and the Orange and Blue is broadcast in Argentina by TyC Sports and in the United States via Universo and Telemundo. Streaming options include TyC Sports Games in Argentina and alternative platforms in Chile and nearby regions as part of the regional coverage, ensuring fans can follow the action wherever available.
FORMATIONS
INTER MIAMI
Drake Callender; Tomas Avilés, Sergel Kryvtsov, Kamal Miller; DeAndre Yedlin, Jean Mota, Sergio Busquets, Diego Gómez, Jordi Alba; Leonardo Campana, Lionel Messi. DT: Gerardo Martino.
CINCINNATI
Alec Kann; Álvaro Barreal, Nick Hagglund, Matt Miazga, Ian Murphy, Santiago Arias; Obinna Nwobodo, Junior Moreno, Luciano Acosta; Aaron Boupendza, Brandon Vázquez. DT: Pat Noonan.
Citation: GOAL