Warren Barton: Messi Not to Blame for Miami’s Exit

According to Fox Sports analyst Warren Barton, Lionel Messi should not be blamed for Inter Miami’s failure to reach the CONCACAF Champions Cup final. Barton emphasized that it is the overall team condition that needs to be evaluated.

The Herons were eliminated after losing on aggregate to the Vancouver Whitecaps, falling 0–2 in the first leg at BC Place. Goals from Brian White and Sebastian Berhalter meant that Inter Miami needed a three-goal win at Chase Stadium in the second leg.

Despite playing at home, Gerardo Martino’s side failed to overturn the deficit, ending their hopes of reaching this season’s Champions Cup final.