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Match Recap: FC Dallas vs. Inter Miami

By Abraham Velasquez

KANSAS CITY, KS - MAY 31: Edwin Cerrillo #6 of FC Dallas with the ball during a game between FC Dallas and Sporting Kansas City at Children's Mercy Park on May 31, 2023 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Bill Barrett/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
KANSAS CITY, KS - MAY 31: Edwin Cerrillo #6 of FC Dallas with the ball during a game between FC Dallas and Sporting Kansas City at Children's Mercy Park on May 31, 2023 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Bill Barrett/ISI Photos/Getty Images) /
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GOALS GALORE !

In a stunning turn of events, Inter Miami CF secured a victory against FC Dallas in penalties following a dramatic 4-4 draw during regulatory time.

LINE UP NOTES

Inter Miami Starting XI: Drake Callender assumed the goalkeeper position, while the defensive lineup comprised DeAndre Yedlin, Sergii Kryvtsov, Kamal Miller, and Jordi Alba. In the midfield trio, Sergio Busquets and Dixon Arroyo were joined by Diego Gomez. Taking up positions on the wings were Messi and Robert Taylor, flanking the central striker Josef Martinez.

FC Dallas Starting XI: M.Paes took the tarting position as the goalkeeper, The defensive formation comprised M.Farfan, Nkosi Tafari, Ibeadgha, and Geovane. The midfield ensemble featured S. Sletaet, F. Ouinanon, and A. Velasco. Upfront, the attacking the positions were manned by J.Ferreira, J. Obrian, and B. Kamunao.

HOW IT HAPPENED

Inter took the lead at 6 minutes as Lionel Messi scored. Dallas leveled the score at 37 minutes with Facundo Quignon’s goal. Dallas then secured the lead with Bernard Kamungo’s strike just before halftime.

Both teams battled for control in midfield and sought scoring chances. Nkosi Tafari received a yellow card for Dallas. In the 68th minute, Dallas conceded an own goal but responded with Benjamin Cremaschi’s goal at 65 minutes. Miami tried to make a comeback, but Dallas maintained their lead. The game ended with Miami winning on penalties.

THEY SAID IT

"“In any team the subject of character is important. I think that we had it today. We made a lot of mistakes…but we also showed a sample of the team’s character, and that gave us the chance,” said Inter Miami head coach Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino. “We’re really happy with the result and the wins which help us to continue evolving.”"

"“I think that FC Dallas is growing in the right direction and we have to be proud about how we do things. The club has moved from a direction of majority young players to a roster that is a mix between young players and other players that has that experience. We feel confident about what we want to do in this club.” said FC Dallas head coach Nico Estevez."

5 GAME STATS

  • Possession: Miami – 66.5%, Dallas – 33.5%
  • Shots: Dallas – 12, Miami – 12
  • Total Passes: Dallas – 334, Miami – 673
  • Tackles Won: Miami – 7, Dallas – 14
  • Fouls: Dallas – 9, Miami – 8
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