Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC: How to Watch and Stream Round One Game 3
After splitting the Eastern Conference Round One Best-of-3 Series, Inter Miami CF will host Nashville SC in a decisive Game 3 on Saturday during the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. Miami secured a solid 3-1 win in Game 1, but Nashville responded with a 2-1 victory in Game 2.
Series Overview
The series now returns to Miami's home field, with a place in the Eastern Conference Semifinal at stake. The winner will face either FC Cincinnati or Columbus Crew in the next round, scheduled for November.
If a Round One match ends tied after 90 minutes of regulation time, no extra time is played; instead, the match is decided by a penalty shootout.
Miami's Playoff History and Current Challenge
Feelings of déjà vu surround Inter Miami this week. In 2024, after a record-setting regular season, Miami’s playoff hopes ended in Game 3 against Atlanta United. They won the first home game but lost the next two, exiting Round One unexpectedly.
Following a strong Game 1 showing this season, Miami had a slow start in Nashville, placing their playoff fate on the line. They will likely need another standout performance from captain Lionel Messi.
“Miami's captain has 40 goals in 45 matches (all competitions) this year, including three in this series.”
Nashville’s Breakthrough in Game 2
Nashville finally overcame a long-standing hurdle by beating Miami in Game 2, marking their first victory over the club during the Messi era.
“They had gone winless in nine previous attempts (0W-7L-2D), including in the Leagues Cup 2023 final.”
Key Takeaways
- Game 3 decides who advances from the Eastern Conference Round One.
- Miami needs strong performances to advance, relying heavily on Messi.
- Nashville aims to capitalize on their first win against Miami in this rivalry.
Author's summary: This decisive match between Inter Miami and Nashville SC will test Miami's resilience and Messi's influence after Nashville’s breakthrough victory in Game 2.