"Inter Miami will play for the MLS Cup for the first time after a staggering 5-1 win over New York City at Fort Lauderdale on Saturday night, a result that sealed the Eastern Conference crown. Lionel Messi, wearing the captain's armband, lifted the conference trophy to a roar from home supporters, while co-owner Jorge Mas stood alongside the squad delivering a message that the club hopes will carry them over one final hurdle next weekend. "This [trophy] is for you, Miami, our fans, 'La Familia.' The club made an amazing effort, and it was a great result," Mas said. "But more importantly, this is one down, one to go. One more.""
"The match will be played in South Florida next Saturday, as Inter Miami finished higher than Vancouver in the overall regular-season standings. Miami secured third place in the East with 65 points, edging the Whitecaps' 63, earned through their own 3-1 triumph against San Diego to win the Western Conference. Coach Javier Mascherano expressed the importance of seeing the job through after a historic evening for the young franchise. "In the final stretch of the season, which, as this tournament is structured, consists of two championships - one being the regular season and the other the playoffs - it's great that this moment has arrived, reinforcing our conviction to continue along the same path," he said. "Because beyond today's achievement, which will be remembered in the history of this club as conference champions, which is no small feat, the most important thing, the main prize, is this trophy.""
Inter Miami defeated New York City 5-1 in Fort Lauderdale to secure the Eastern Conference title and a place in the club's first MLS Cup final. Lionel Messi captained the side and lifted the conference trophy as fans celebrated. Co-owner Jorge Mas framed the victory as one step toward winning the MLS Cup. Miami finished higher than Vancouver in the regular-season standings and will host the final next Saturday. Tadeo Allende scored twice early to set the tone, while Justin Haak briefly pulled one back for NYCFC. Coach Javier Mascherano emphasized staying focused on the ultimate prize and finishing the job.
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