Inter Miami — Seattle Sounders : Match Preview and Prediction for September 17,2025

Two consecutive 3-0 defeats – a cause for panic? Not for those who look deeper into the context. Both setbacks, including the Leagues Cup final against Seattle, happened away from home. At Chase Stadium, the picture is entirely different.

The Chase Stadium fortress – this is Javier Mascherano’s primary asset. Inter Miami has remained undefeated on their home ground for ten consecutive matches across all competitions, securing eight victories. Furthermore, the Herons have consistently won their last four home games. This isn’t a mere coincidence; it’s a consistent pattern.

Yes, they failed to score in the last game against Charlotte, and Messi missed a penalty. But let’s look at the numbers: Miami had 58% possession and completed 541 passes compared to the opponent’s 393. The team controlled the game, but execution was lacking. Such issues are rectifiable, especially on home turf. Squad problems exist, and they are significant. Key striker Luis Suarez and defender Tomas Aviles will miss the match due to suspensions. However, this opens up opportunities for other players, such as Tadeo Allende, and allows for tactical adjustments by Mascherano.

Seattle is in good form, that’s a fact. An unbeaten streak of five games and only one defeat in the last sixteen matches seems impressive. But let’s not be fooled by the attractive facade. In the previous round, the Sounders squandered a 2-0 lead at home against LA Galaxy, the last-place team in the Western Conference.

This result, a 2-2 draw, reveals a vulnerability. Brian Schmetzer’s team, holding a two-goal advantage, allowed an underdog to equalize. This is a wake-up call for the defense, which is now embarking on a challenging away trip across the country. The factor of a long flight and rapid time zone change cannot be ignored.

The Sounders indeed look powerful in attack, confirmed by statistics – 25 goals in the last 10 rounds. However, their game often relies on the principle of “we’ll score more than you,” which might not work against an organized home team. Especially when that team is Inter Miami.