The Miami heat isn’t just coming from the Florida sun this weekend. Inter Miami CF, having already secured the Supporters’ Shield title, is poised to etch their name in MLS history books by breaking the single-season points record. Their opponent? The New England Revolution, who hold the current record set back in 2021.
A win against the Revolution on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale would see Miami amass a staggering 71 points, surpassing the 73 point mark set by New England three years prior. While defender Noah Allen has stated that “we want to get that record,” he emphasizes that the team’s focus remains firmly on the playoffs. “Our biggest goal is to win going into the playoffs, having the confidence (and) getting the three points,” Allen said.
This historic pursuit, however, presents a significant hurdle for the Revolution, who are currently out of playoff contention. Defender Brandon Bye, who played a key role in their record-breaking 2021 season, is adamant about protecting their legacy. “A lot of guys have spoken on the fact that we don’t want to give up that record,” Bye said. “I think it’s history for the club, and we want to continue to have that history.”
While the stakes are high for both teams, the match promises to be a captivating spectacle. Inter Miami, buoyed by their dominant regular season and the brilliance of Lionel Messi, will be looking to build momentum heading into the playoffs. Messi, who has enjoyed a phenomenal debut season in MLS with 17 goals and 15 assists in just 18 appearances, is expected to feature in the match despite limited rest after international duty.
The Revolution, despite their recent struggles, will be looking to spoil the party and secure their place in MLS history. The team will rely on Giacomo Vrioni, their leading scorer with nine goals, to break out of his current scoring slump.
This highly anticipated clash will be a clash of styles, with Inter Miami’s attacking prowess facing off against New England’s defensive resilience. With so much at stake, both teams will be giving their all to claim victory and leave their mark on the MLS landscape. The match is set to kick off on Saturday evening at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.