Inter Miami 3-5 Chicago Player Ratings: Selassie Rated 9.5/10 as A Chaotic 8-Goal Thriller Ends 3-5

We witnessed an eight-goal thriller between Inter Miami and Chicago Fire that defied all expectations. The game ended in a stunning 5-3 victory for the visitors, leaving the home fans in disbelief. It was a match defined by defensive chaos and clinical finishing by both the American teams.

Chicago raced to a commanding 3-1 lead by halftime. It looked like the game was already over. But you can never count out a team with this much star power. Miami clawed their way back, with the FC Barcelona legend Luis Suarez leading the charge to level the score at 3-3 with his brace.

Just when it seemed Miami had all the momentum, Chicago's manager made some masterstroke substitutions. The visitors struck twice in three minutes, with goals in the 80th and 83rd minutes sealing the deal. This match will be remembered for its sheer unpredictability and the incredible impact of Chicago's bench. and also how a star-studded line-up, which had players like Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Rodrigo Paul, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, failed to win it for Inter Miami, who now have 0% chances of winning the league.

Here are Inter Miami vs Chicago Player Ratings

Chicago Player Ratings vs Inter Miami

Here are Chicago Player Ratings vs Inter Miami

Goalkeeper

Chris Brady - 7.5: He conceded three goals, but don't let that fool you. Brady was incredibly busy and made seven crucial saves. Six of those were from shots inside the box. Without him, Miami might have run away with it. He stood tall against a barrage of attacks. A really solid performance despite the scoreline.

Defenders

Jack Elliott - 5.5: As the captain, more was expected from him. The defense was shaky and conceded three goals. He picked up a yellow card and struggled in his duels. It was a tough night for the entire backline. He looked a step off the pace.

Andrew Gutman - 5.5: Gutman made a few clearances, but he was also part of a defense that looked porous. He lost possession nine times, which put his team under unnecessary pressure. He'll want to forget this defensive performance quickly. Just not his best day.

Joel Waterman - 5.0: A very quiet and difficult game for Waterman. He didn't offer much protection and seemed overwhelmed at times. The Miami attackers found a lot of joy down his side. A performance to forget for the defender.

Midfielders

Maren Haile-Selassie - 9.5: Simply sensational. This was his game. He provided three assists, tearing the Miami defense apart with his vision and delivery. Every time he got the ball, something exciting happened. An undeniable man of the match performance and our highest-rated player. What a player.

André Franco - 6.0: He had a decent 71 minutes before being subbed off. His passing was tidy, but he struggled to really impose himself on the match. He picked up a yellow card for a sloppy challenge. A solid, if unspectacular, outing.

Djé D'Avilla - 8.0: He got the ball rolling with a fantastic header for the opening goal. Beyond that, he was a rock in midfield, making four interceptions. His energy was infectious before he was substituted. A great all-around display.

Jonathan Dean - 7.5: Getting a goal from your wing-back is always a massive bonus. Dean took his chance well, popping up in the box to score. He was a constant threat down the flank for the hour he played. An impressive contribution.

Forwards

Rominigue Kouamé - 8.5: What an impact in just 45 minutes! He scored a goal and provided an assist. We were honestly surprised to see him taken off at halftime. He was a real handful and showed incredible efficiency in front of goal. A fantastic first half.

Hugo Cuypers - 7.0: He didn't get on the scoresheet, but his work rate was immense. Cuypers won eight duels and was a constant thorn in the side of the Miami defense. His hold-up play created space for others. A tireless and unselfish performance.

Jonathan Bamba - 6.0: A mixed bag from Bamba. He had a shot on target but also missed a big chance he should have buried. A yellow card for a needless foul capped a frustrating evening. He was subbed after an hour.

Substitutes

Brian Gutiérrez - 8.0: Came on and scored an absolute stunner from outside the box. That goal was the nail in the coffin. A game-changing substitution. He brought a spark that was needed.

Mauricio Pineda - 7.5: Another substitute who made a direct impact. He provided the assist for the crucial fourth goal. He brought composure and quality to the midfield.

Justin Reynolds - 8.0: What a moment for the substitute. He scored the go-ahead goal that broke Miami's hearts. To come off the bench and score the winner is the stuff of dreams.

Manager

G. Berhalter - 8.5: His substitutions won Chicago the game, simple as that. Bringing on players who would score two goals and assist another is tactical genius. He saw Miami's comeback and responded perfectly. An excellent night for the gaffer.

Inter Miami Player Ratings vs Chicago

Here are Inter Miami Player Ratings vs Chicago

Goalkeeper

Óscar Ustari - 3.0: A dreadful performance. Conceding five goals is bad enough, but making only one save is inexcusable. From our perspective he looked completely lost at sea. Every Chicago shot seemed to trouble him. He was a major liability tonight.

Defenders

Gonzalo Luján - 5.0: He did provide an assist, which was a nice moment. However, he was part of a defense that was an absolute shambles. He was subbed off as the manager tried to stop the bleeding. Not a good day.

Tomás Avilés - 5.5: A chaotic 45 minutes for the defender. He scored a goal to give his team hope, but he also got a yellow card and was part of a backline that conceded three. Being hooked at halftime says it all.

Jordi Alba - 6.5: A classic Jordi Alba performance. He was a constant threat going forward, creating five chances and getting an assist. But defensively, his side of the field was exposed time and again. The team conceded five, and he has to take some responsibility.

Marcelo Weigandt - 5.0: Played only the first half and didn't do much to help the defensive cause. The team was a mess at the back, and he was part of the problem. He was rightly substituted at the break.

Midfielders

Sergio Busquets - 5.5: This was not the composed maestro we're used to seeing. Busquets was overrun in midfield and picked up a silly yellow card. He lost the ball too often and failed to control the tempo. A surprisingly poor performance.

Rodrigo De Paul - 5.0: He was virtually invisible for large parts of the game. He missed a big chance and lost possession 13 times. We expected him to drive the team forward, but he was passive and ineffective. A disappointing outing.

Telasco Segovia - 4.5: A completely anonymous 45 minutes. He offered nothing in attack or defense before being taken off at halftime. It was no surprise to see him subbed. He simply wasn't at the races.

Yannick Bright - 6.0: He worked hard and won an impressive nine duels. He tried to bring some fight to the midfield. However, he also got a yellow card and was caught out of position a few times. A mixed performance in a losing effort.

Forwards

Luis Suárez - 9.0: The one bright spot for Miami. He was clinical, scoring two brilliant goals to drag his team back into the match. He showed his world-class instincts in the box. Without him, this would have been a complete humiliation.

Lionel Messi - 6.5: A deeply frustrating night for the captain. He had ten shots but only managed to get two on target. He hit the woodwork and lost possession a staggering 25 times. He was trying to do too much on his own, and it didn't work.

Substitutes

Baltasar Rodríguez - 7.0: Came on at halftime and made an immediate impact, assisting Suárez's first goal. He brought energy and creativity that was sorely lacking. A very positive substitution.

Tadeo Allende - 7.0: He was another bright spark off the bench. He was lively, hit the crossbar, and forced a couple of saves. He caused problems for the Chicago defense with his direct running.

Ian Fray - 5.5: He came on to shore up the defense, but it didn't really work. The team still conceded two more goals. He had a shot saved but was largely ineffective.

Manager

J. Mascherano - 4.5: Credit for the halftime changes that sparked a comeback. But his team's defensive structure was nonexistent. To concede five goals at home is a tactical failure. He was ultimately outsmarted by his counterpart.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Selassie