Despite the visible frustration on the pitch, players and staff offered a variety of perspectives on the incident after the final whistle. German Berterame, who scored the second goal of the night after Messi’s opener, admitted he understood the supporters’ perspective. “Obviously, it was surprising, but also, they have a point because they deserve that we recognize them,” Berterame said. “The important thing is that we stay united, on the same side, like today, we won after so much, and that also brings happiness to them.”
Right-back Facundo Mura took a more diplomatic approach, stating: “We as players are all at peace and united. We appreciate absolutely everything, the coaching staff, everyone at the club that gives us all we need, and the fans, who always support us. Today was a victory that we all deserved and I feel we need to stay together. We are super appreciative of them, they are part of us and we are all a family.”
Meanwhile, interim coach Guillermo Hoyos avoided stepping into the controversy, saying: “Inter Miami is a huge club because of the players who have been champions and won many things, the people made their display, but I have no opinion on it.”