Inter Miami beat New York City FC by 2-0 scoreline to clinch a playoff spot in their Major League Soccer matchday (29) encounter.
The result gives Miami a major boost in their push toward the postseason, with the team looking to carry its momentum into the MLS Cup playoffs.
Berterame and Rodrigo De Paul seal the victory with two brilliant goals on the night. Germán Berterame finished off a beautiful team move when he opened the scoring in the 20th minute after tapping in from a Luis Suárez assist at the far post. Rodrigo De Paul then doubled Miami’s advantage in first-half stoppage time, converting a pass from Lionel Messi with a powerful strike. 
New York City had a late penalty to reduce the deficit but Inter Miami goalkeeper Dayne Clair saved Nicolas Fernandez’s penalty deep into stoppage time to preserve the scoreline.
What the result means Inter Miami have secured their 2026 MLS cup playoffs spot . The reigning champions moved to second place with 52 points from 29 matches. Miami are aiming to become the first team since the LA Galaxy in 2011–12 to win consecutive MLS Cup titles.
In other selected games on the night , Eastern Conference leaders Nashville continued their fine form after brushing aside Sporting Kansas by 4-0 scoreline, Los Angeles 3-1 Austin FC, San Diego 3-3 Houston Dynamo, Chicago Fire 1-3 Philadelphia Union and CF Montreal 0-3 Atlanta United.
Written by: Agboyibor Hope Francis
