Lionel Messi Blank as FC Cincinnati Crush Inter Miami 3-0

Messi’s Streak Ends, Inter Miami Suffers 3‑0 Defeat to FC Cincinnati

A shocking moment for soccer fans: Lionel Messi’s historic run, scoring multiple goals in five straight MLS games, came to a halt when Inter Miami lost 3-0 to FC Cincinnati on July 16, 2025, at TQL Stadium. Here’s what unfolded:

Match Recap: Inter Miami looked out of sync as FC Cincinnati dominated possession and capitalized on key chances, especially with Evander’s stunning double. If you’re looking for more stats and play-by-play insights, the original match report on The Hindu covers all the major moments.

Cincinnati’s Early Firepower

16th minute: U.S. midfielder Gerardo Valenzuela struck first with a calm, angled finish his fifth goal of the season, giving Cincinnati an early lead.

**Messi’s Streak Ends, Inter Miami Suffers 3‑0 Defeat to FC Cincinnati**

Messi Held at Bay

Messi had only two shots. One in stoppage time that was comfortably saved by Roman Celentano.
Inter Miami was dominated, managing its lowest-stamina display in a long stretch, according to coach Javier Mascherano.

Evander’s Double Blow

Early second half: Brazilian midfielder Evander found the net, doubling the lead minutes after halftime.
70th minute: He scored again, completing his brace and extending his goal streak to five games, a club record for Cincinnati.

What This Means

Messi’s productivity dips: The 38‑year‑old’s run of multi‑goal games, unprecedented since his Barcelona days has ended.
Miami’s momentum paused: The defeat stopped their winning run at five and left them in 5th place in the Eastern Conference with 38 points.
Cincinnati surges: Sitting at roughly 45 points, they remain a strong challenger in the East, just behind Philadelphia .

What’s Next?

Miami heads to face New York Red Bulls on July 19, an opportunity to bounce back.
Cincinnati gears up for a clash against Real Salt Lake, building on their strong home form.

Conclusion

Messi’s streak may have ended, but it doesn’t diminish his stellar season. FC Cincinnati’s disciplined defense and Evander’s brilliance stole the spotlight, delivering a decisive win. As Inter Miami regroups, all eyes turn to their next clash. Will Messi bounce back with a bang?

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