Inter Miami is a professional soccer club based in Miami, Florida, that competes in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier of the American soccer pyramid. The club was founded in 2018 by a group of investors led by former soccer star David Beckham, who had exercised an option to own an MLS expansion team as part of his contract with LA Galaxy in 2007. Inter Miami's official name is Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami, reflecting the city's diverse and multicultural identity.
Inter Miami played its inaugural season in 2020, joining MLS as the 25th franchise. The club faced many challenges in its debut year, including delays in stadium construction, legal disputes over its name and logo, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the league schedule and attendance. Despite these difficulties, Inter Miami managed to qualify for the MLS Cup Playoffs as the 10th seed in the Eastern Conference, becoming the sixth expansion team in MLS history to reach the postseason in its first year. However, the club was eliminated in the play-in round by fellow newcomers Nashville SC, losing 3-0.
In 2021, Inter Miami continued to build its roster and identity under new head coach Phil Neville, who replaced Diego Alonso after a disappointing first season. The club also moved into its permanent home stadium, DRV PNK Stadium, located in Fort Lauderdale. Inter Miami also made headlines for signing several high-profile players, such as Argentine striker Gonzalo Higuaín, French midfielder Blaise Matuidi, and Brazilian defender Kieran Gibbs. The club also boasts a strong academy system, producing several young talents such as Edison Azcona and Ian Fray.
Inter Miami's main goal is to become a global brand and a dominant force in MLS and North American soccer. The club has ambitious plans to build a state-of-the-art stadium and entertainment complex in Miami Freedom Park, which is expected to be completed by 2024. The club also hopes to attract more fans and sponsors from the local and international markets, leveraging its star power and multicultural appeal. Inter Miami's motto is "Freedom to Dream", reflecting its vision and aspirations for the future.
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