“It’s Over. No Playoffs” – Lionel Messi-Less Inter Miami Bullied by Chicago Fire as Xherdan Shaqiri Lands Big Blow, Fans React

Inter Miami returned to MLS action today, facing Chicago. As expected, the Herons’ star player, Lionel Messi, was absent from the squad due to his injury. Unfortunately, in his absence, David Beckham‘s soccer franchise suffered a humiliating 4-1 loss. This defeat has cast doubt on their playoff qualification, and fans have taken to the internet to react to the result.

Since Lionel Messi left the pitch during the game against Toronto, Miami hasn’t won a single match. The Florida-based club continues to face worrisome times, and they may be compelled to abandon their playoff aspirations.

Fans react as Inter Miami gets bullied by Chicago Fire and Xherdan Shaqiri

Both teams started their first half in high spirits, but neither side could find a goal, which resulted in the first 45 minutes ending in a stalemate. However, the second half had some entertainment in store for the fans as Chicago finally broke the deadlock in the 49th minute with the help of former Liverpool star Xherdan Shaqiri.

Fortunately, Inter Miami was awarded a penalty just four minutes later, which Josef Martinez converted brilliantly. Unfortunately, the penalty served as a consolation, as Chicago Fire doubled their lead ten minutes later through Maren Haile-Selassie. Three minutes after that, in the 65th minute, Haile-Selassie completed a brace, extending Chicago’s lead. The goals didn’t stop for the home side as Shaqiri also secured a couple of goals. The referee’s final whistle spared Miami from further humiliation as the match ended 4-1.

Fans gave their reaction on X following Miami’s humiliating result.

No Messi, no party!

Tears as no playoffs for Tata Martino’s side.

Not the result many anticipated it to be!

This one wants to literally delete the club!

This fan wants Miami to splurge money on defenders in the next transfer window.

But this one believes getting just defenders won’t do the trick.

Shots fired at Beckham!

All are angry with the score.

Perhaps Messi’s one leg could have made a difference!

This fan believed that it was clear Messi was the sole difference maker for Miami.

Not the most optimistic reactions from the fanbase

This fan seems over agitated.

Reality check!

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Certainly, Messi’s absence is hurting the Herons a lot. While fans must be missing the Argentinian, they will get a chance to reminisce about his journey in the USA via a new documentary.

A documentary incoming about Lionel Messi

Apparently, fans will soon have the opportunity to revisit Messi’s thrilling Miami journey in an upcoming documentary. Apple recently released a captivating teaser video on its Instagram platform, offering a sneak peek into Messi’s remarkable journey. The documentary, titled “Messi Meets America,” is scheduled to debut on Apple TV+ on October 11.

The teaser video was also shared by the World Cup winner with his 488 million Instagram followers via his Instagram story. Soccer enthusiasts and sports fans from around the world will be eagerly looking forward to this in-depth exploration of Lionel Messi’s life and career.

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