In the MLS 1/8 finals, Inter Miami defeated Nashville 3-1.

Before this game, Messi received the regular season Golden Boot trophy. Beckham also posted a photo of Messi holding the trophy on social media, with the following text: "Today is a special day in many ways. We opened the playoffs with a victory in front of our home fans, celebrating Messi's Golden Boot award, and our families came to watch the game. Let's continue to work hard next week."