Casemiro Debuts for Inter Miami in 1-0 Win Over Montreal, Suarez Nets Late Penalty
The Brazilian midfielder's first MLS outing saw a crucial late goal, though his transfer remains under league investigation.
The story
Brazilian midfielder Casemiro made his highly anticipated Major League Soccer debut for Inter Miami on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in a 1-0 victory against Montreal at Saputo Stadium in Montreal, Canada. While Lionel Messi sat out for a post-World Cup rest, Casemiro played the full match.
The game remained goalless until the 81st minute when Luis Suarez converted a penalty, securing Inter Miami's sixth consecutive MLS win. The spot-kick was awarded after a collision in the box between German Berterame and Montreal defender Efrain Morales, which left Berterame unconscious and requiring ambulance transport, though he was later confirmed to be conscious and recovering. Meanwhile, Major League Soccer is reportedly investigating a "tampering allegation" concerning Casemiro's transfer, withholding details of a settlement over his discovery rights until the review concludes.
Off the pitch
| Player | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daizen Maeda | Celtic | Ipswich | €11.7m |
| Kang-in Lee | PSG | Atletico Madrid | €40m |
| Joao Gomes | Wolves | Aston Villa | £38m |
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