Inter Miami CF clinched a victory in a thrilling penalty shootout against Universitario, following a goalless draw at the Estadio Monumental “U” in Lima, Peru. The match, part of Inter Miami’s 2025 preseason tour in South America, unfolded before a packed stadium of 80,000 enthusiastic fans. Under the guidance of manager Javier Mascherano, the team showcased resilience and skill, ultimately securing their win through precise penalty execution.
The game commenced with high anticipation as Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez spearheaded Inter Miami's attack. Despite several attempts from both sides, the match concluded in a 0-0 deadlock after regular time, setting the stage for a penalty shootout to determine the victor. The encounter marked Mascherano's second game as head coach, and he used this opportunity to debut new signing Tadeo Allende, who impressed with a solid performance over 70-plus minutes before being replaced by Robert Taylor.
As the match progressed, strategic substitutions came into play with Messi, Suárez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets exiting the field before the final whistle. This tactical move meant that these star players did not participate in the ensuing penalty shootout. Universitario's Jairo Vélez faltered during his team's third penalty attempt, missing the target and providing Inter Miami with a crucial advantage.
Inter Miami demonstrated composure and precision under pressure, successfully converting all four of their initial penalty kicks. Yannick Bright stepped up with confidence to deliver the final blow, sealing the victory for Inter Miami CF and delighting their supporters.
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