Inter Miami CF visits Columbus Crew in high-stakes MLS matchup

Inter Miami CF will face Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on Sunday, September 27, in a Major League Soccer match with significant playoff implications for both sides.

Inter Miami currently sits third in the Eastern Conference with 46 points, seeking to maintain a top-four position for home-field advantage. Despite facing several international call-ups, including seven players away on duty, the team will have Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul available. This match serves as one of Messi’s final appearances before his international farewell match with Argentina.

Columbus Crew occupies 13th place in the Eastern Conference with 26 points. The team is currently seven points away from the final postseason slot and is looking to build momentum following a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal. The Crew faces challenges including injuries to players like Lautaro Giaccone and Rudy Camacho, as well as the absence of Gonzalo Tapia due to international duty.

Inter Miami’s recent form has seen them record four consecutive draws, while Columbus is attempting to secure the points necessary to stay in the hunt for a fourth consecutive playoff appearance.