Inter Miami 4-0 Atlanta United Player Ratings: Messi Rated 9/10 as His Masterclass Helped in 4-0 Demolition

If you’re a Barcelona fan, it must have been a delight to watch former Barca stars Jordi Alba, Lionel Messi, and Luis Suarez all get on the scoresheet to lead Inter Miami to victory. The game was one sided right from the start, with Inter Miami dominating possession and creating chances with ease. They absolutely dismantled a struggling Atlanta United side at Chase Stadium. The final score of 4-0 almost feels kind to the visitors. It was a masterclass in attacking football.

The game was defined by the brilliance of Miami's star players. Lionel Messi , of course, was at the heart of everything. He opened the scoring just before halftime, a crucial moment that broke Atlanta's fragile resistance. From there, the floodgates opened. We noticed Luis Suárez and Jordi Alba also getting in on the act, showing the devastating chemistry this team possesses.

For Atlanta, it was a night to forget. Their game plan was thrown into disarray early on. The injury to their captain Stian Gregersen , was a massive blow. They looked disorganized and were chasing shadows for most of this Major League Soccer fixture. This match will surely be a tough one for them to review.

Here are Inter Miami Vs Atlanta United Player Ratings

Atlanta United Player Ratings vs Inter Miami

Here are Atlanta United Player Ratings vs Inter Miami

Goalkeeper

Jayden Hibbert - 6.0: A really tough night for the keeper. He made five saves, including a few impressive ones inside the box. Without him, the scoreline could have been even worse. However, conceding four goals is never a good look. What stood out to us was his resilience despite the onslaught.

Defenders

Stian Gregersen - 5.0: The captain's night was cut brutally short. He was forced off with an injury after just 17 minutes. In his brief time, he made a clearance and looked composed. It's hard to give a proper rating but his absence was felt immediately. We can only speculate what might have been.

Juan Berrocal - 4.5: Part of a backline that was completely overwhelmed. He managed six clearances and four interceptions, which shows he was busy. But the defense lacked cohesion and was pulled apart too easily. He just couldn't handle the movement of Miami's attack. A difficult experience for him.

Pedro Amador - 4.5: Much like his defensive partners, he was fighting a losing battle. Amador had four clearances and was constantly under pressure. He lost possession 12 times which is far too high for a defender. He seemed to struggle with the pace of the game from our perspective. Just couldn't get a foothold.

Midfielders

Steven Alzate - 5.0: Saw a lot of the ball with 93 touches. But what you do with it matters. An error that led to a shot and losing possession 12 times are big negatives. He tried to create, making two key passes, but his overall impact was limited. It felt like he was running in mud at times.

Tristan Muyumba - 3.5: A disastrous performance. The error that led directly to a goal is something a midfielder at this level cannot afford. It completely deflated his team. Beyond that single mistake, he struggled to impose himself and lost key duels. A night he will want to erase from memory.

Leo Afonso - 5.5: One of the few bright sparks in a dim Atlanta attack. He created three chances, including one big chance, before being subbed off. Showed some fight and willingness to take players on. The final product wasn't there, but the effort was visible. A glimpse of potential in a poor team performance.

Cooper Sanchez - 5.0: A thankless task in midfield trying to contain Miami's stars. He was dribbled past three times and couldn't get control of the game. Worked hard and made some recoveries, but it wasn't nearly enough. He looked out of his depth against such quality opposition.

Dominik Chong Qui - 5.0: Had one of Atlanta's few shots on target. But he was wasteful in possession, losing the ball 11 times. He failed to make a significant impact on the game. We noticed he seemed to fade as the match went on. Not the influence his team needed.

Forwards

Jamal Thiaré - 4.5: A very frustrating night for the striker. He missed a big chance and was caught offside. Losing possession 11 times and a pass accuracy of just 43% tells the story. He worked hard but his touch and decision-making let him down. He looked isolated and ineffective.

Emmanuel Latte Lath - 5.5: Was a willing runner and got into some dangerous positions. He had four shots, but none troubled the net. He looked lively and caused a few problems. But that lack of clinical finishing was costly. He needed more composure in the final third.

Substitutes

Salvatore Mazzaferro - 5.0: Came on for the injured Gregersen. It was a tough situation to be thrown into. He couldn't do much to change the course of the game.

Cayman Togashi - 5.0: Replaced Afonso but had little impact. The game was already lost by the time he came on.

Patrick Weah - N/A: Came on late with the game already decided.

Manager

R. Deila - 4.0: His team was tactically outclassed from the start. The defensive structure was non-existent. The early injury didn't help, but the team looked unprepared for Miami's quality. There was no Plan B. A very poor showing from the manager's perspective.

Inter Miami Player Ratings vs Atlanta United

Here are Inter Miami Player Ratings vs Atlanta United

Goalkeeper

Rocco Ríos Novo - 7.5: Had a relatively quiet evening but did everything required of him. Made three saves to secure a valuable clean sheet. What stood out was his distribution, completing 94% of his passes. A confident and composed performance.

Defenders

Gonzalo Luján - 8.0: A rock at the back. He was incredibly tidy in possession with 93% pass accuracy. He also won all his duels and made three interceptions. He read the game beautifully and started attacks from deep. A class act.

Tomás Avilés - 7.5: Another strong defensive display. Nine ball recoveries and a crucial last-man tackle show his importance. He was physically dominant and snuffed out several Atlanta attacks before they could start. A very commanding presence before his substitution.

Jordi Alba - 9.0: Absolutely phenomenal. This was a vintage performance from the left-back. He scored a goal, provided an assist, and created four chances. He was a constant threat down the left flank. From our perspective, he was the best player on the pitch. A true Man of the Match display.

Marcelo Weigandt - 7.0: A solid and reliable performance on the right. He was defensively sound and supported the attack well. His 96% pass accuracy shows how clean he was on the ball. He didn't do anything spectacular, but he didn't need to. He just did his job perfectly.

Midfielders

Sergio Busquets - 8.5: The master puppeteer in midfield. He controlled the entire tempo of the game. With 95% pass accuracy and creating three chances, including two big ones, he was simply on another level. It was a joy to watch him dictate play. Football looks so simple when he plays.

Baltasar Rodríguez - 8.0: A bundle of energy and skill. He won an incredible 11 duels and completed five dribbles. He also chipped in with an assist. He was a nightmare for the Atlanta defense, constantly driving forward. A really exciting performance to watch.

Tadeo Allende - 8.0: So creative and effective. He created three chances, including two big chances for his teammates. His vision and weight of pass were excellent. He linked up play beautifully and was a key part of Miami's fluid attack. An unsung hero of the performance.

Yannick Bright - 7.0: Played the first 56 minutes and provided great balance to the midfield. He was tenacious, winning seven duels and making four tackles. He did the dirty work that allowed the attacking stars to shine. A very disciplined and effective outing.

Forwards

Luis Suárez - 7.5: He got his goal and was a constant handful. He took six shots and never gave the defenders a moment's rest. Yes, he missed a couple of big chances, but his movement and presence were vital. He just knows where the goal is. A classic striker's performance.

Lionel Messi - 9: The captain led by example. Scored the crucial opening goal and added an assist. He had nine shots and was a constant source of danger. He could have had a hat-trick on another day, but his overall contribution was immense. When he plays like this, his team is almost unstoppable.

Substitutes

Fafà Picault - 6.5: Came on and looked lively. Forced a good save from the keeper with a shot from distance.

Ryan Sailor - 6.5: Replaced Avilés and helped see out the clean sheet. Looked comfortable and solid.

Manager

J. Mascherano - 8.5: His game plan was executed to perfection. He set his team up to exploit Atlanta's weaknesses, and they did so ruthlessly. The team played with freedom and confidence. It was a tactical masterclass that allowed his star players to shine. A flawless night's work.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is Messi