Inter Miami edges New England in tense playoff race as Nashville rallies

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Inter Miami edges New England in tense playoff race as Nashville rallies
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Inter Miami secured a critical 2-1 win against the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium on Sunday night, with Lionel Messi playing a pivotal role. The victory allowed Miami to maintain its position ahead of New England in the Eastern Conference playoff standings. Nashville SC staged a remarkable comeback to defeat New York Red Bulls 3-2 at GEODIS Park, solidifying their unbeaten home record and celebrating their Supporters' Shield victory. These results heighten the tension as the MLS playoff picture becomes clearer with only one week remaining in the regular season.

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  • •Inter Miami wins 2-1 against New England Revolution in a key playoff match.
  • •Lionel Messi scores a crucial goal following an equalizer from Germán Berterame.
  • •Nashville SC comes back to defeat New York Red Bulls 3-2, maintaining home unbeaten streak.
  • •Nashville celebrates Supporters' Shield title alongside their win.
  • •Only three playoff spots remain one week before the MLS playoffs begin.
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By Charles BoehmOne week to go. Only three spots left up for grabs in the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs. And that famed postseason tension? It was unmistakable across Matchday 34, which unfolded a little...

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