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Inter Miami Set to Face Nashville SC in Decisive Game 3 Without Luis Suárez

Inter Miami will be without Luis Suarez for Saturday’s decisive Game 3 against Nashville SC after MLS denied the striker’s suspension appeal.

Inter Miami Set to Face Nashville SC in Decisive Game 3 Without Luis Suárez

Inter Miami will be without Luis Suarez for Saturday’s decisive Game 3 against Nashville SC after MLS denied the striker’s suspension appeal. Head coach Javier Mascherano confirmed the decision on Friday, noting Suarez had sought to overturn the one-match ban ahead of the series finale, with a semifinal berth on the line.The suspension MLS handed to Luis Suárez, a one-match ban, followed after he kicked Honduran player Andy Najar. Mascherano revealed the league was quick in denying the striker's appeal. “The player appealed the sanction because in this case, we were told the club couldn’t do it," Mascherano said. "He appealed using the club’s resources, but within a few hours, the request was denied.”Inter Miami will now aim to advance without their leading striker, and defender Maximiliano Falcón stated that tomorrow’s match will be more than just a game for the rest of the team.  “We know it’s going to be a heated game, where there will be a war," he said. "We’ll try to implement our style, but also fight and win every duel because games are also decided there.”In Friday’s session - the team’s last before facing Nashville SC - Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul trained alongside their teammates, so their availability for tomorrow is not in doubt. Suárez also trained with the group, despite being unavailable to play. David Ruiz continued working separately and is unlikely to feature tomorrow. Allen Obando is available and could be an option off the bench.The winner between Inter Miami and Nashville will face the victor of Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

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MLS Rejects Luis Suárez's Appeal for Decisive Game 3

Inter Miami's hopes of having Luis Suárez available for the crucial Game 3 against Nashville SC were dashed as MLS upheld the striker's one-match ban for kicking Honduran player Andy Najar. Head coach Javier Mascherano confirmed the denial of the appeal on Friday, expressing disappointment at not being able to overturn the suspension.

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Inter Miami's Strategy Without Suarez

With the absence of their leading striker, Inter Miami will need to adapt their tactics for the upcoming match. Defender Maximiliano Falcón emphasized the team's determination to win every duel on the field and implement their style of play despite Suarez's absence.

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Team Training Update and Player Availability

In the final training session before the Nashville SC clash, Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul trained alongside their teammates, indicating their readiness for the game. While Suarez participated in training, he is ineligible to play. David Ruiz is unlikely to feature, but Allen Obando is available as a potential substitute.

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Eastern Conference Semifinals on the Line

The winner of the match between Inter Miami and Nashville SC will advance to face the victor of Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The stakes are high as both teams aim to secure a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

Published on November 7, 2025