After a huge 4-1 win over Houston a week ago, Inter Miami was looking to maintain its momentum as it prepared to take on another 1-0-1 team in MLS, Charlotte FC. While a quick look at the standings and goal differentials might have you think Miami was the runaway favorite with or without Lionel Messi,

Despite a formative offseason on the soccer operations, Inter Miami did not shore up their goalkeeping situation ahead of 2025. With No. 1 choice and USMNT goaltender Drake Callender unavailable due to injury, the club has had to gamble with veteran Oscar Ustari, who was given a red card for a risky challenge against Charlotte.