Inside Inter Miami: Messi on fire, team rolling, Suarez's struggles and more
He's scored two or more goals in five consecutive MLS league matches.
At age 38, Messi continues to defy belief and his latest surge is carrying Inter Miami back into contention not just for the postseason, but perhaps a repeat Supporter's Shield triumph.
The latest episode of Inside Inter Miami reviews the team's recent three victories including a huge win over Nashville SC, which snapped its 15-game unbeaten streak.
Our hosts Michelle Kaufman and Andre Fernandez dive into how the team has improved since just before the FIFA Club World Cup with reactions from players.
We also look at how Messi continues to play through each tough test.
We look at the team's success despite struggles for superstar Luis Suarez and we get reaction from coach Javier Mascherano about how to handle the situation.
We also look at the seemingly done deal to reunite Messi with superstar Rodrigo De Paul on Inter Miami as well as Messi's pending contract extension.
And we look back at the Club World Cup, including its stunning finale with Chelsea crushing Paris St.-Germain.
Remember, you can watch this show on YouTube and on our site at miamiherald.com. The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple podcasts, and most other platforms where you listen to your pods. Thank you for watching and listening, and enjoy!
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