After Inter Miami’s Eastern Conference final triumph, David Beckham remarked how “proud” he is of the Herons in their pursuit of the club’s first-ever MLS Cup.
Javier Mascherano’s men came out firing on Saturday evening, demolishing New York City FC 5–1 at Chase Stadium. Lionel Messi was held goalless for the first time this postseason, but Tadeo Allende bagged a hat trick, while Mateo Silvetti and Telasco Segovia got on the scoresheet as well.
The emphatic victory, which was full of MLS records for the Herons, secured Inter Miami’s spot in the MLS Cup final. Coveting the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy was once just a dream for co-founders Beckham, Jorge Mas and Jose Mas, but the club is now just one win away from it becoming a reality.
“MLS Eastern Conference Champions,” Beckham wrote on Instagram following Saturday’s win. “I am so proud of this group… more history made and one step closer to our dream.
“Thank you to our incredible fans for your support… you have been our 12th man all season. See you next week in Miami for the MLS Cup final.”
Despite being the No. 3 seed, the Herons get to host the MLS Cup final on Saturday, Dec. 6 against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Since Inter Miami finished the regular season with more points than their upcoming opponents, they get the benefit of playing at home for the biggest game in club history.
