Cincinnati - inter miami

On 2 October 2026, Inter Miami CF secured the 2026 Supporters' Shield following a high-stakes 2-2 draw against FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium. The match, which served as a pivotal late-season showdown, saw both teams display championship-caliber intensity. Inter Miami entered the contest needing only a single point to mathematically guarantee the best regular-season record in Major League Soccer. FC Cincinnati took an early lead through a clinical strike in the 18th minute, putting pressure on the visitors. However, Inter Miami responded with a tactical shift in the second half, equalizing shortly after the break. Despite a late go-ahead goal from Cincinnati, Miami managed to find a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time to seal the result. This outcome officially cemented Inter Miami’s position at the top of the league standings, granting them home-field advantage throughout the upcoming MLS Cup Playoffs. For FC Cincinnati, the result highlighted their resilience against the league leaders, though they remain focused on securing a favorable seeding in the Eastern Conference bracket as the postseason approaches.