Inter Miami returns home looking for another MLS victory after beating Portland Timbers 2-0 in their previous match. Lionel Messi once again played a major role as Miami continued its strong run in the Eastern Conference.

The club has now won three straight league matches and remains among the top teams in the standings heading into the weekend fixture at Nu Stadium.

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With one more match before several international players depart for national team duty ahead of the World Cup preparations, Miami will want to keep momentum going at home.

<a class="link " href="https://sports.yahoo.com/soccer/players/415357/" data-i13n="sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link" data-ylk="slk:Rodrigo De Paul;sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link;itc:0" data-yga="{"yLinkElement":"context_link","yModuleName":"content-canvas","yLinkText":"Rodrigo De Paul","ySubModuleName":"anchor_text","yHasCommerce":false}">Rodrigo De Paul</a> celebrates with teammate Lionel Messi after scoring the team's first goal during the MLS match between <a class="link " href="https://sports.yahoo.com/soccer/teams/salt-lake/" data-i13n="sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link" data-ylk="slk:Real Salt Lake;sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link;itc:0" data-yga="{"yLinkElement":"context_link","yModuleName":"content-canvas","yLinkText":"Real Salt Lake","ySubModuleName":"anchor_text","yHasCommerce":false}">Real Salt Lake</a> and Inter Miami CF.Photo by Chris Gardner&sol;Getty ImagesRodrigo De Paul celebrates with teammate Lionel Messi after scoring the team’s first goal during the MLS match between Real Salt Lake and Inter Miami CF.Photo by Chris Gardner&sol;Getty Images

Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union arrive in Florida in difficult form. The Union have struggled for results over the last few weeks and are currently near the bottom of the Eastern Conference table.

Their last match  ended in a draw against Columbus Crew, but the side has managed only one win in their last seven league games. Injuries and inconsistency at the back have also affected their season.

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Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union Official Lineups

Inter Miami:

Defenders: Fray, Lujan, Micael, Reguilon

Midfielders: De Paul, Bright, Segovia; Messi,

Philadelphia Union:

Defenders: Harriel, Martinez, Mbaizo, Bender

Forwards: Iloski, Damiani

Blake; Harriel, Martinez, Mbaizo, Bender; C. Sullivan, Lukic, Jacques, Vassilev; Iloski, Damiani

Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union Prediction and Score

Inter Miami should have enough quality at home to continue their winning run. Philadelphia Union have struggled defensively away from home, and Miami’s attack looks sharper at the moment.

Prediction: Inter Miami 3-1 Philadelphia Union.

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Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union Head-to-Head Stats

In their 14 competitive meetings since 2020, Inter Miami holds a narrow edge over the Philadelphia Union with 6 wins to Philadelphia’s 5 wins, alongside 3 draws

Miami has been dominant in recent seasons, going unbeaten in its last five meetings.

Statistic

Inter Miami CF

Philadelphia Union

Total Wins

6

5

Total Draws

3

3

Total Goals Scored

22

20

Average Goals Per Match

1.69

1.54

This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on May 24, 2026, where it first appeared in the Soccer section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.