Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Inter Miami defeated New York City FC 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. Rodriguez 43′, L. Messi 74′, L. Suarez 83′ (pen.), L. Messi 86′. 4 yellow cards were shown. New York City FC had 48% possession while Inter Miami held 52%. New York City FC had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (8 on target) for Inter Miami. Expected goals: New York City FC 0.93 — Inter Miami 2.32. New York City FC made 3 substitutions, Inter Miami made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between New York City FC and Inter Miami — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Busquets
Penalty
assist: M. Weigandt
Match Statistics
New York City FC had 48% possession against Inter Miami's 52%. New York City FC registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Inter Miami managed 12 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 22–9.
Lineups
New York City FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pascal Jansen, while Inter Miami deployed a 4-4-1-1 under Javier Alejandro Mascherano.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York City FC is 6.99, compared to 7.17 for Inter Miami. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. New York City FC's highest-rated starter is N. Mercau (7.90), while Inter Miami's best-rated player is L. Messi (8.60).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York City FC have contributed 21 goals and 16 assists this season, led by N. Mercau (10G). Inter Miami's starters account for 59 goals and 68 assists, spearheaded by L. Messi (35G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
New York City FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.78 on average, against Inter Miami's 4-man backline averaging 6.96. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
New York City FC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Inter Miami's 4 rated 7.03. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
New York City FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.90, compared to 2 for Inter Miami averaging 7.94. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for New York City FC and 50% for Inter Miami. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
New York City FC's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 53 for Inter Miami. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of New York City FC's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: A. Ojeda (21), oldest: M. Moralez (38)), while Inter Miami average 30.2 (youngest: M. Silvetti (19), oldest: O. Ustari (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
New York City FC's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 25 for Inter Miami. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Pascal Jansen
Substitutes
Coach: Javier Alejandro Mascherano
Rivalry since 2020
New York City FC vs Inter Miami Head to Head Results· 15
New York City FC and Inter Miami have met 15 times — New York City FC won 8, Inter Miami won 3, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. New York City FC leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 47 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.13 per match (27 for the home side, 20 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Inter Miami are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New York City FC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Inter Miami show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026