After spending a happy moment in the national team jersey, Inter Miami’s Argentine superstar Lionel Messi saw the other side of the coin. His penalty miss also led to the team losing. Miami lost 3-0 to Charlotte FC thanks to a hat trick from Idan Toklomati.
Despite having the upper hand in possession at Bank of America Stadium this morning, Miami was evenly matched with Charlotte. They managed 4 out of 10 shots on target with 59 percent possession. Charlotte, on the other hand, had 4 out of 10 shots on target. Toklomati scored his first hat trick for Charlotte. He even became the first MLS player aged 21 or younger to score in seven consecutive games since 1998.
Inter Miami took the lead first. Charlotte goalkeeper Christian Kahlina saved a point-blank shot from Jordi Alba in the sixth minute. Miami then continued to press until the penalty kick in the 32nd minute. The Charlotte goalkeeper saved Messi’s Panenka shot from Spotki. As a result, he blocked the Albiceleste star’s shot without jumping in any specific direction.
The hosts took the lead in the match after two minutes from a counter-attack. Israeli striker Toklomati got on the scoreboard for the first time. He didn’t stop there, he gave Charlotte the lead for the second time at the beginning of the second half. Wilfried Zaha extended his shot with a slice. Thanks to him, Charlotte got a penalty in the 84th minute. Which gave Toklomati the opportunity to complete his hat-trick. He made no mistake on the spot kick. As a result, Miami was confirmed to lose the second match in a row by a score of 3-0.
The Florida club played without Luis Suarez, who was suspended for spitting at opposing staff, and they are winless in three of their last four matches. Charlotte, on the other hand, won their record ninth consecutive match.
FAQ
What was the final score of the Inter Miami vs Charlotte FC match?
Charlotte FC defeated Inter Miami 3-0.
How did Lionel Messi impact the game?
Messi missed a crucial penalty with a Panenka attempt, which could have given Miami a lead.
Who scored for Charlotte FC?
Idan Toklomati scored a hat-trick, while Wilfried Zaha assisted on the second goal.
How did Charlotte FC make history in this match?
Toklomati became the first MLS player aged 21 or younger to contribute to a goal in seven consecutive games since 1998.
Were any key Inter Miami players missing?
Yes, Luis Suarez was suspended for spitting at opposing staff, and Miami has been winless in three of their last four matches.
