Inter Miami CF head coach Javier Mascherano has praised his team for its "soul" after it overcame a first-half red card to earn a draw against New York City FC at Chase Stadium on Saturday to kick off the 2025 MLS season.

Lionel Messi continues to prove himself at the top of his game in MLS. After the match against New York City, he broke an incredible league record. Lionel Messi continues to silence his critics. His impact on Inter Miami has been undeniable.

Mascherano’s fingerprints are on the 2025 roster, as he brought in 25-year-old Argentine winger Tadeo Allende, on loan from Celta Vigo, 23-year-old Argentine defender Gonzalo Luján from San Lorenzo, 21-year-old Venezuelan midfielder Telasco Segovia, 22-year-old Argentine goalkeeper Rocco Rios Novo and 27-year-old Uruguayan center back Maxi Falcon.