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Result Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United, live tracker: Lionel Messi and Co. are facing elimination in the MLS playoffs

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez arrive at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday before their playoff game against Atlanta United. (Photo by Chris Arjoon/AFP)

Inter Miami's dream season reaches a defining moment as they host Atlanta Untied in game three of the MLS Cup playoff opener. After splitting the first two games, Saturday's showdown at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, will be a high-stakes decision. Miami wants to avoid an early exit from the playoffs and continue its record streak.

This season was a turning point for the Herons. Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba have made Miami the team to beat, securing first place in the Eastern Conference with a record 74 points. But ninth-seeded Atlanta has already shown its resilience, winning Game 2 with a dramatic stoppage-time goal from Xande Silva.

Miami's path to victory will depend on controlling the tempo and minimizing defensive mistakes, as Atlanta's pace has caused some problems. Despite missing part of the season, Messi has already put up impressive numbers and Saturday provides the perfect stage for his playoff breakthrough. Atlanta, meanwhile, will look to disrupt Miami's midfield rhythm, with leading scorer Saba Lobzhanidze aiming to capitalize on any mistakes.

While all eyes are on Fort Lauderdale, Miami's star-studded team has the pressure – and potential – to move one step closer to a championship. Kickoff is at 8:00 p.m. ET on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.

Follow our live blog below for the latest updates, expert analysis and insights as Messi and co battle to keep their title hopes alive.

Live3 updates

  • Information about the game between Inter Miami and Atlanta United

    Lionel Messi and Co. host Atlanta in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday in a must-win game. Both teams defended their home game and so it comes down to Game 3 for a chance to advance to the conference semifinals. The winner will face the winner of Orlando City vs. Charlotte, who is currently in stoppage time. Charlotte leads 1-0.

  • Time: 8pm ET

  • Location: Chase Stadium | Fort Lauderdale, Florida

  • Streaming: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV

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