Inter Miami vs FC Cincinnati: One step away from the playoffs

Inter Miami could secure their spot in the MLS playoff with eight games left by beating FC Cincinnati at home this Saturday night. If the Heron win that game, they will end up with 56 points: 17 wins, five draws, and four losses. Miami making it into the playoffs will be a turning point for the club.

Last season, Inter Miami ended 14th in the East conference, way below the playoff zone. That season, the Herons had 34 points in all 34 games, with nine wins, seven draws, and 18 losses; one of the worst campaigns for the club since his 2020 league debut.

However, a win against FC Cincinnati isn't the only way Inter could make it into the playoffs with eight games to spare. There are several scenarios to take into account. The important thing here is that Inter Miami can clinch the playoffs with a tie on Saturday night.

But the Herons won't have an easy game against FC Cincinnati. Last time, Miami lost 1-6 in what became the season stepback. With a winning strike, Inter got to Cincinnati with the idea of performing and win as they used to, but things didn't go like they wanted. Losing to the orange and blue had its good side. That game undercovered Inter Miami's defensive flaws.

Overall, this moment is a different scenario from last year. The signing of top players like Messi, Alba Busquets, and Suarez helped boost the team's level. Nevertheless, Inter Miami demonstrated its strength as a top club even without their superstars on the field.