Monterrey come back to beat Inter Miami 2-1 without Messi: Highlights, goals

That's it for tonight! Monterrey pulled off a comeback victory in the first leg, claiming a 2-1 lead with the sights set on the rematch on April 10 in Mexico. Needless to say, Inter Miami will he hoping Lionel Messi is back next week as they have plenty of work to do.

We had an eventful game in Fort Lauderdale and you lived every second with Bolavip. Thanks for staying with us, and see you next time!

Monterrey claimed a dramatic, come-from-behind win against Inter Miami, who once again missed Lionel Messi.

The Monterrey midfielder fired it into the top right corner to put the visitors in front!

The Argentine sent home a great effort as Rayados turn things around!

The Argentine's effort goes wide as Rayados continue looking to take the lead.

Messi was captured by the cameras the moment after Monterrey tied the game.

Meza scored the equalizer for Rayados.

After VAR review, the goal was confirmed.

The Monterrey midfielder seized on a rebound to put things level in Fort Lauderdale.

Ryan Sailor comes on for Leo Afonso as Martino aims to give his 10-man side more balance.

Shortly after seeing the yellow card, Ruiz is sent off for shoving an opponent on the face.

David Ruiz gets booked for a strong challenge.

Striker German Berterame comes on for Jesus Gallardo.

Suarez's effort goes close but is not enough to extend the hosts' lead.

Luis Suarez will take the free kick with Messi out.

Rayados came back from the break with an aggressive mindset aiming to make things level.

The game resumes for the second half. Inter Miami lead Monterrey 1-0 in the first leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals.

10-man Inter Miami have their backs against the wall as Rayados are trying to translate the one-man difference into another goal.

Halftime in Fort Lauderdale, with Inter Miami leading Monterrey 1-0 thanks to Aviles' goal.

The Monterrey player was booked for a strong challenge.

Andrada saves a close-range effort from the Uruguayan.

The Inter Miami goalie denied the opponents' effort to keep his side in front.

Jordi Alba fouled Meza on the edge of the box.

Robert Taylor leaves the field due to injury, with Leo Afonso replacing the winger.

Diego Gomez is booked after an ugly challenge on Maxi Meza.

Messi was spotted after Aviles gave Inter Miami the lead.

The goal that gives Inter Miami the lead at Chase Stadium.

Inter Miami capitalize on the corner to score the opener! Tomas Aviles fired home a powerful shot to put the hosts in front.

Gressel combined with Suarez to try Andrada, with the Rayados keeper sending the ball away.

Romo reacted to Alba's effort with another long-range shot, but it went to the stands.

The veteran left-back's effort went wide but it was Inter Miami's first shot of the night.

Rayados are dominating possession in Fort Lauderdale as they look for a goal that gives them advantage on aggregate.

The Argentine star is at Chase Stadium to cheer on his side as he recovers from a hamstring injury.

Brandon Vazquez fired a powerful shot inside the box but the Miami keeper responded.

The game is underway at Chase Stadium!

Both Inter Miami and Monterrey listen to the competition's anthem as kick-off is drawing nearer.

Messi definitely makes an impact when he suits up. In 19 games with Messi on the field, Inter Miami won most of the times (W11 D6 L2). Without Leo, the Herons got more losses than wins in 11 matches (W2 D4 L5).

Rayados suffered their first loss of the year last time out at the hands of Chivas, but they're still tied with Club America for the most points in the Liga MX 2024 Apertura after 13 rounds.

The Herons are currently second in the MLS' Eastern Conference standings with 11 points, one shy of leaders FC Cincinnati but Inter Miami played one more game than the rest of their Conference rivals.

In their last three games without Messi, Martino's side struggled with a win, a draw and a loss.

While Inter Miami are taking part in this tournament for the first time, Monterrey are an experienced side in the competition.

With five titles, Rayados are one of the most successful teams in Concacaf Champions Cup history. Their last victory came in 2021, will they go the distance again this year?

Both teams are already finishing warm up drills and the game will start soon!

Unlike their opponents, Monterrey had to start their Concacaf Champions Cup journey from the first round, where they beat Guatemalan side Comunicaciones 7-1 on aggregate.

In the round of 16, Rayados gained the upper hand over FC Cincinnati with a 3-1 aggregate score.

The Herons made it to this stage by knocking out Nashville SC 5-3 on aggregate in the round of 16. Both Messi and Suarez were on target to rescue an away draw in the first leg, with the duo once again finding the net in the return leg to win 3-1 in Fort Lauderdale.

Inter Miami got a bye to the round of 16 for being the 2023 Leagues Cup champions.

This is how Rayados will line up for tonight's clash: Esteban Andrada; Erick Aguirre, Victor Guzman, Hector Moreno, Gerardo Arteaga; Luis Romo, Jorge Rodriguez, Jesus Gallardo; Maximiliano Meza, Sergio Canales, Brandon Vazquez

Both Inter Miami and Monterrey are already at Chase Stadium to get ready for the game.

Messi was ultimately ruled out for this clash, as the Argentine star won't even be on the bench. This is Inter Miami's lineup to play Monterrey tonight: Drake Callender; Marcelo Weigandt, Tomas Aviles, Nicolas Freire, Jordi Alba; David Ruiz, Sergio Busquets, Diego Gomez; Julian Gressel, Luis Suarez, Robert Taylor.

According to Argentine national team insider Gaston Edul, Messi is not expected to take the field at Chase Stadium tonight as Inter Miami reportedly prefer not to risk him. The Argentine is in the final stages of his recovery and has recently rejoined team practice.

These will be tonight's match officials:

REF: WALTER LOPEZ (Guatemala)

AR1: KEYTZEL CORRALES (Nicaragua)

AR2: RAYMUNDO FELIZ (Dominican Republic)

4TH: BRYAN LOPEZ (Guatemala)

VAR: RICARDO MONTERO (Costa Rica)

VAR1: BENJAMIN PINEDA (Costa Rica)

Lionel Messi’s presence for tonight’s game remains uncertain. In his pre-game press conference Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino refused to confirm whether the Argentine star will start or not, so it will probably be a game-time decision.

The 36-year-old hasn’t played since March 13, when he was subbed out against Nashville with a hamstring injury. Leo has already missed Inter Miami’s last three games and was also ruled out of Argentina’s friendlies in March.

The game between Inter Miami and Monterrey will get underway at 8 PM (ET).

For those in the US, there are different broadcast options: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Fox Sports 1 and TUDN USA.

But the game will be also broadcast in many other parts of the world.

Welcome! Inter Miami and Monterrey face off in the first leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup tonight, and you can follow every moment of the game live here, with everything you need to know and minute by minute updates. Stay with us and don't miss a single thing!