New Delhi: Inter Miami’s rise under Lionel Messi hit another major milestone as they lifted their first MLS Cup with a 3-1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps at Chase Stadium. The night carried plenty of drama, a classic Messi Imprint and a fresh chapter in his long-running on-field rivalry with Thomas Muller.

It marked the 11th meeting between Messi and Muller in their storied careers and only the second time in a final. This time, the Argentine has the upper hand.

After the defeat, Muller addressed supporters and the media with a mix of candour and class. On social media, he thanked the Whitecaps fans who travelled for the final, acknowledging their backing on a difficult night. Earlier, cameras caught him applauding them from the pitch, a gesture that didn’t go unnoticed.

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