Messi and Inter Miami Stunned by Vancouver, One Foot Out of Champions Cup.

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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami suffered a damaging 2-0 defeat to the Vancouver Whitecaps on April 24 in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal. 

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Played on the artificial turf of BC Place, the match saw Miami dominate possession with 69 percent but fail to make it count, managing just two shots on target in a disappointing performance.

Vancouver took the lead in the 24th minute through Brian White, who capitalized on a defensive lapse. 

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Sebastian Berhalter added a second in the 85th minute, giving the Whitecaps a strong advantage heading into the return leg in Fort Lauderdale on April 30.

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Despite Messi starting, Inter Miami appeared unprepared for Vancouver’s relentless press and the unfamiliar surface.

 Head coach Javier Mascherano accepted responsibility for the loss and described the match as pivotal, though he expressed confidence in the team's ability to respond.

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To keep their Champions Cup hopes alive, Miami must win the second leg by two goals to force extra time or by three to advance outright. 

The result triggered a wave of criticism from fans on social media, with many pointing to a lack of attacking threat and Messi’s quiet outing as key concerns.

Vancouver’s tactical discipline and effective use of home conditions made the difference, highlighting Inter Miami’s vulnerability under pressure.

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 With the second leg approaching, all eyes are on Messi and his teammates to mount a comeback or risk seeing their Champions Cup campaign end prematurely.