Carpe diem, coach tells Miami before Palmeiras tie

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said the June 23 (June 24, Singapore time) meeting with Brazil's Palmeiras in the Club World Cup's final Group A game is a historic moment for the Major League Soccer (MLS) club and says his team should relish it.

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MIAMI - Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said the June 23 (June 24, Singapore time) meeting with Brazil's Palmeiras in the Club World Cup's final Group A game is a historic moment for the Major League Soccer (MLS) club and says his team should relish it.

Miami's shock win over Porto, secured via a brilliant free kick from Lionel Messi, has left them with a chance of making it to the last 16 of the tournament.

And while the club, who began playing only five years ago, would advance with a draw, their Argentinian coach does not want his players leaving anything to chance.

"We're facing possibly one of the most important games in the history of our club," said Mascherano. "Above all, let that fill us with enthusiasm to be able to play it.

"Let it not be a burden but an excitement and a challenge for this group of players, who have been doing well up until now.