On Tuesday, June 24, Inter Miami will face Brazilian giants Palmeiras in a high-stakes Group Stage Matchday 3 clash at Hard Rock Stadium in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. With both teams eyeing a spot in the knockout stage, this encounter promises goals and drama.
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Inter Miami have quickly become one of the headline acts of the 2025 Club World Cup. Led by head coach Javier Mascherano, the squad is rich with Latin American talent and anchored by a quartet of former Barcelona stars: Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba.
With four points from their first two games, Inter Miami sit second in the group—trailing Palmeiras only on goal difference. They opened the tournament with a goalless draw against Al Ahly, a match that saw several clear-cut chances for both sides. They then pulled off a thrilling comeback against Porto, winning 2-1, with Messi curling in a decisive free-kick winner.
Palmeiras, one of the favorites in Group A, arrived at the Club World Cup in strong form. Although they were sitting fourth in Brazil’s Serie A at the time, their overall consistency and quality have made them a serious contender. In their opener, they drew 0-0 with Porto but created the better chances. On Matchday 2, they comfortably dispatched Al Ahly 2-0 to move top of the group.
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Key Stats and Match Facts:
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Palmeiras have yet to concede a goal in this year’s tournament.
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Lionel Messi has netted 6 goals in 7 FIFA club competition appearances.
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Inter Miami are unbeaten in their last five matches.
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Palmeiras have won 9 of their last 12 games across all competitions.
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This is Palmeiras’ first-ever matchup against a U.S.-based club.
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This fixture marks the first meeting between Inter Miami and Palmeiras.
Probable Lineups:
Inter Miami: Ustari; Weigandt, Frei, Maximiliano Falcón, Jordi Alba; Allende, Cremaschi, Busquets, Telasco Segovia; Messi, Luis Suárez
Palmeiras: Weverton; Giai, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo, Piquerez; Richard Ríos, Moreno; Estevão, Veiga, Facundo Torres; Vitor Roque
Prediction:
Inter Miami’s defensive vulnerabilities have been masked by the superb goalkeeping of Oscar Ustari. Offensively, they remain lethal with Messi pulling the strings. Palmeiras are a well-organized side, but their attacking quality should test Miami’s backline. Expect both teams to find the net in what should be an entertaining and open contest.
Prediction: Both teams to score.
