"It's a tough, difficult game, as always when we play in Nashville. We know their fans will be putting on the pressure, and above all, we have to keep in mind that they're a team with blood in their eyes. When you face a rival that we've fortunately eliminated and that helped us win the championship last year, and in previous seasons the club has even won finals against them, it's clear that they're going to want their revenge."
"We're not a team that chooses which competitions to play in; we're obligated to compete in all of them. Clearly, the Champions League is the only competition the club normally plays in that we're missing, and it's generating a lot of excitement for all of us. Now, what we can't allow is for this to become an obsession. It's one thing to be excited, another to be obsessed."
Inter Miami CF prepares for a two-legged Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 series against Nashville SC, who are seeking revenge after being eliminated by Miami in the 2025 MLS Cup playoffs. Head coach Javier Mascherano acknowledges Nashville's motivation and the hostile environment at Geodis Park, emphasizing the need for his team to remain focused and prepared. Inter Miami aims to win the Concacaf Champions Cup after previous unsuccessful attempts, reaching the semifinals in 2024 before losing to Vancouver. Mascherano stresses the importance of competing seriously in all competitions while avoiding obsession, noting the club's absence from the Champions League. Lionel Messi approaches the match with the opportunity to score his 900th career goal.
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