🏆 Inter Miami vs Vancouver — Final Score, Date & Key Highlights
On December 6, 2025, at Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Inter Miami defeated Vancouver Whitecaps FC 3–1 to become champions of MLS 2025.
The victory makes Inter Miami the 16th different club in league history to win MLS Cup.
⭐ Stars of the Night — How Inter Miami Claimed Glory
Lionel Messi was the match-winner — providing two decisive assists in the second half. His pass set up the go-ahead goal by Rodrigo De Paul in the 71st minute, and he assisted Tadeo Allende in stoppage time to seal the title.
The opener came early: a cross from Allende led to an own goal by a Vancouver defender, giving Miami a fast start.
Vancouver struck back in the 60th minute via a goal by Ali Ahmed, leveling the game — but Miami’s quality and composure prevailed.
🔎 Context & Significance: Why This Final Mattered
This was the first ever MLS Cup final appearance for both Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps — making this showdown historic for both clubs.
For Inter Miami, the win crowns a meteoric rise since signing Messi in 2023 — validating club ambitions and boosting MLS’s profile internationally.
For fans of MLS, the result reinforces that the league has matured: big signings, global stars — and competitive parity making even first-time finalists true contenders.
📺 How Fans Watched the MLS Cup Final
The match was broadcast live on Apple TV (MLS Season Pass) in English and Spanish — with no blackout restrictions. It was also available on FOX / FOX Deportes in the U.S. and on Canadian channels TSN / RDS.
Kick-off was at 2:30 PM ET — perfect midday viewing for soccer fans across time zones.
