Jordi Alba, the Barcelona Legend, Nets His Debut Goal for Inter Miami

The iconic left-back from FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team made a significant mark in the Leagues Cup semifinal on Tuesday night. Jordi Alba, known for his remarkable contributions, found the back of the net during first-half stoppage time, extending the lead to 3-0 against the Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park.

Alba’s goal was a result of a well-executed play involving Robert Taylor’s precise through ball. He displayed his signature move by sprinting past the Union’s defensive line and skillfully placing the ball beyond goalkeeper Andre Blake. This goal played a crucial part in the final score of 4-1, with goals also being scored by Josef Martínez (3′), Lionel Messi (20′), and David Ruíz (84′).

This breakthrough moment for Alba occurred only two weeks after his debut for Inter Miami. His inclusion in the team came as part of the Herons’ strategic signings during the summer, securing his presence in the MLS season until 2024, with a potential extension to 2025. Alba now joins the ranks of former Barcelona stars alongside Messi and Sergio Busquets, adding to the team’s impressive lineup.

Looking ahead, Inter Miami is set to compete in the Leagues Cup Final on August 19th (Saturday) against Nashville SC. The final showdown comes after Nashville SC’s victory over CF Monterrey, a Liga MX team, with a score of 2-0 on the same Tuesday evening. Notably, Nashville SC’s win also secures them a spot in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup.