Inter Miami, Cincinnati Draw 0-0 Without Messi, Alba in MLS Clash

Inter Miami was held to a 0-0 draw by FC Cincinnati in Major League Soccer, missing the opportunity to close the gap on Eastern Conference leaders Cincinnati due to the suspension of Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba for withdrawing from the MLS All-Star Game. The match featured a controversial late moment when Cincinnati's Miles Robinson had a stoppage-time goal disallowed for an alleged foul on Miami's Noah Allen, a decision viewed as harsh. Despite the goalless stalemate, Inter Miami celebrated the official unveiling of new signing Rodrigo De Paul, a World Cup-winning Argentine midfielder from Atletico Madrid, who expressed his ambition to win titles with the club. Co-owner David Beckham praised De Paul’s leadership and experience, highlighting the significance of adding another World Cup winner to both Inter Miami and MLS. Miami struggled offensively without Messi, managing several chances but ultimately unable to score, while Cincinnati goalkeeper Roman Celentano secured a clean sheet, maintaining strong defensive form. The result leaves Miami seven points behind Cincinnati in the Eastern Conference standings, dampening their hopes of challenging for the top spot.