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Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami LIVE: Halftime! (0-2) MLS Matchday 8

The Colorado Rapids and Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami face off at Empower Field for Matchday 8 of the MLS. Stay here for all the minute-by-minute updates of this major clash!

Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF controls the ball against Lucas Herrington #22 of Colorado Rapids.
© Getty ImagesLionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF controls the ball against Lucas Herrington #22 of Colorado Rapids.

Empower Field is set to host a high-stakes showdown as the Colorado Rapids take on Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami for Matchday 8 of the MLS season. Both clubs are currently battling to climb into the top spots of their respective conferences.

The Colorado Rapids enter this matchup in excellent form, riding a two-game winning streak. Their recent run includes a dominant 6-2 thrashing of Houston Dynamo at home and a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Union Omaha in the Round of 32 of the U.S. Open Cup.

Meanwhile, Inter Miami travel to Colorado still searching for their first win at their new venue, Nu Stadium, following consecutive 2-2 draws against Austin FC and the NY Red Bulls. The Herons also arrive with a new face on the touchline: Guillermo Hoyos has taken the helm as head coach, replacing Javier Mascherano, who recently stepped down from his position.

Halftime!

The game goes to halftime.

45'+4- GOOOAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI!!! (0-2)

German Berterame extends the lead!!!

45'- Stoppage time (0-1)

The referee added four more minutes to the first half.

43'- Inter Miami struggling with posession (0-1)

Following the goal, Inter Miami have been unable to regain control of the game, repeatedly turning the ball over. The Colorado Rapids are maintaining relentless pressure, and an equalizer feels imminent.

38'- Great save by St. Clair! (0-1)

Aaronson found space inside the box and unleashed a strike that St. Clair managed to save!

33'- Colorado looking for the equalizer (0-1)

The hosts are piling on the pressure in search of an equalizer, while Inter Miami are struggling to hold onto the ball, repeatedly giving away possession.

28'- Yellow card in Inter Miami (0-1)

Micael received a yellow card.

23'- Aaronson almost scores! (0-1)

After a brilliant run, Aaronson burst into the Inter Miami box and unleashed a low driven shot that whistled just wide of the post!

18'- GOOOOAAAAAL FOR INTER MIAMI (0-1)

Lionel Messi scores the opener of the game from the penalty spot!

16'- Penalty for Inter Miami! (0-0)

After a VAR revision, the referee awarded a penalty for Inter Miami and a yellow card for Atencio!

14'- Bright calls for a penalty (0-0)

Yannick Bright goes down inside Colorado's box and the referee goes to the VAR for a penalty review.

10'- Nice try from Frederick (0-0)

Frederick attempted a volley following a free kick, but his strike drifted wide of St. Clair's post.

6'- Colorado in control of the ball (0-0)

In the opening minutes of the match, the hosts are dominating possession. Inter Miami are struggling to wrestle the ball away from the Rapids, who remain in complete control so far.

1'- First corner kick for Colorado (0-0)

A mistake on a pass attempt by Maxi Falcon resulted in the first corner for the Colorado Rapids. However, they were unable to capitalize on the opportunity, and the danger has cleared.

GAME ON!

The game between Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami is underway!

Players are on the pitch!

Players from both teams are on the field. Everything is ready for the start of the match!

What is the attendance at Empower Field tonight?

More than 70,000 fans are expected to attend the match between the Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami at Empower Field at Mile High, putting the game on track to approach a club attendance record.

Inter Miami lineup confirmed!

Miami's starting XI: St. Clair; Lujan, Falcon, Silva, Mura; De Paul, Bright; Silvetti, Messi, Segovia; Berterame.

Today's referees

Jon Freeman has been appointed to officiate the clash between Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami. He will be joined on the field by Logan Brown and Ryan Graves, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.

Full officiating team:

  • Referee: Jon Freeman (USA)
  • Assistant Referee 1: Logan Brown (USA)
  • Assistant Referee 2: Ryan Graves (USA)
  • Fourth official: Jair Marrufo (USA)
  • VAR: Edvin Jurisevic (USA)

Colorado Rapids lineup confirmed!

Colorado's starting XI: Steffen; Travis, Holding, Herrington, Thompson; Aaronson, Ojediran, Atencio, Frederick; Navarro, Minoungou.

Is Lionel Messi playing today?

Lionel Messi is expected to be in Inter Miami's starting lineup to face the Colorado Rapids, as the Argentine has not suffered any setbacks in his most recent appearances.

Kickoff time and where to watch

Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami will get underway at the Empower Field at 4:30 PM (ET).

Apple TV will be the only option to watch Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami in the USA.

Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami clash at MLS Matchday 8

Welcome to our live blog of the MLS! Colorado Rapids host Inter Miami at the Empower Field, with both teams looking for a win that help them to climb into the top spots.

Stay with us for all the action and minute-by-minute updates of this exciting game!

Gianni Taina
Gianni Taina
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