In a crucial match held on April 22, 2026, Inter Miami CF defeated Real Salt Lake 2-0 in Sandy, Utah, effectively ending RSL’s impressive six-game unbeaten streak. This outcome not only highlights Inter Miami’s growing dominance in Major League Soccer but also serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of the league.
The decisive goals came from Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suárez, who found the net in the final minutes of the match—De Paul scoring first in the 82nd minute and Suárez following just one minute later. Notably, Lionel Messi played the entire game but was unable to add to his tally.
According to sources, the match attracted a sold-out crowd of 21,512 spectators, demonstrating the increasing interest in both teams. Prior to this game, Real Salt Lake had secured multi-goal wins in their last two outings, which made this defeat particularly striking.
Noteworthy moments included a significant save by Rafael Cabral against Messi early in the first half and an offside goal by Real Salt Lake that could have changed the match dynamics. Inter Miami’s goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair also earned his second clean sheet of the season during this contest.
The significance of this victory for Inter Miami cannot be overstated; they are now unbeaten in their last eight regular-season games. This performance reinforces their status as reigning MLS Cup champions and positions them well for upcoming matches.
The previous encounter between these two teams ended similarly with a 2-0 victory for Inter Miami during the 2024 season opener at home.
As for Real Salt Lake, head coach Pablo Mastroeni will need to reassess strategies following this loss, particularly given that it interrupted their recent momentum. The implications of this defeat could influence their approach as they prepare for future matches.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential changes in player lineups or tactics moving forward for either team. However, further developments are expected as both clubs navigate through the remainder of the season.
