Hosts Dominate as Paolo Guerrero Shines in Victory

The match strongly favored the hosts, largely due to Paolo Guerrero’s impressive performance, as he netted the first two goals of the evening. The third goal arrived in the second half, facilitated by an assist from Federico Girotti and expertly finished by Luis Ramos.

Lionel Messi had a subdued performance, mirroring that of many of his teammates, as Inter Miami’s few threatening moments predominantly stemmed from free kicks that ultimately lacked accuracy. The Argentine forward was substituted in the 63rd minute. Inter Miami fielded a robust starting lineup against the Peruvian team, featuring prominent players such as Luis Suarez, Rodrigo De Paul, and Mateo Silvetti. New signings Dayne St. Clair and Sergio Reguilón also made their debut appearances for the Herons.

On a personal note, Luis Suárez missed a clear chance to score on his 39th birthday. Alongside De Paul and Messi, he exited the pitch in the 63rd minute.

Looking ahead, Inter Miami’s next match is scheduled against Atlético Nacional of Colombia on January 31, to be held in Medellín.