David Beckham Reacts As Lionel Messi Leads Inter Miami to US Open Cup Final
- Inter Miami beat MLS Eastern Conference leaders Cincinnati to reach the US Open Cup final
- Lionel Messiassisted Leonardo Campana twice to push the game to extra time and penalties
- Co-owner David Beckham could not hide his joy as the club got a chance to win another trophy
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Inter Miami has moved within touching distance of another trophy opportunity after beating MLS Eastern Conference League leaders, FC Cincinnati, 5-4 on penalties to reach the US Open Cup final.
The Herons nearly completed a perfect comeback after going two goals down but conceded a late equaliser in extra time to take the game to penalties against one of the best teams in the division.
Lionel Messi's goal-scoring streak also ended but this did not stop him from producing magic with beautiful assists for forward, Leonardo Campana, to convert on two occasions.
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FootballThe game ended 3-3 after 120 minutes and Miami won on penalties to set up a final against Houston Dynamo, who beat Real Salt Lake on September 27, as reported by CBS Sports.
Beckham reacts to Miami's victoryInter Miami co-owner, David Beckham, was pivotal in Messi moving to the MLS and has been present at the stadium for their games. He also celebrated with the team after their Leagues Cup victory.
The Manchester Unitedlegend clearly relished the chance to lift another trophy with the club founded five years ago and which is at the bottom of the league.
Cincinnati coach praises MessiMeanwhile, Cincinnati's coach Pat Noonan had special praise for Messi after his side were eliminated from the cup competition in the semi-final after a pulsating
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