Kamal Miller shines, Messi ineffective in draw that feels like loss for Inter Miam

Three Up, Three Down: Kamal Miller shines in otherwise lackluster Inter Miami team effort against Nashville

The budding Inter Miami-Nashville rivalry is becoming must-watch TV with coaches Tata Martino and Gary Smith the stars. Smith “won” Wednesday, holding La Rosanegra scoreless at DRV PNK Stadium.

Inter Miami defender Kamal Miller (31) slide tackles the ball away from Nashville’s Fafa Picault in the team’s 0-0 draw Wednesday. / Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports

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[KEN] Again, the King gave us virtually nothing. He had no ideas once it became clear Nashville was policing the little give-and-goes he and Messi have shown to such advantage in previous matches. He didn’t quit, but I think he was frustrated and a little stunned that he could so easily be neutralized.

I know Josef isn’t as quick as he was once, but he can replace speed for craftiness. Find spaces and make unexpected runs; instead of cute interior passes, look for the wings more. Every puzzle has a solution, but you must be smart and patient to find it.

[MATT] I really think a hidden reason for bringing in Messi, Busquets and Alba is because Martinez isn't living up to his expectations... albeit that expectation is much lower than his time with Atlanta United.

I thought immediately being paired with Messi would create a dynamic offensive pair for Inter Miami, but that hasn't been the case. Martinez is missing more than he's delivering and against Nashville was no exception.

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