Lionel Messi helped set up Jordi Alba’s goal nine minutes into the game, but the reigning MLS MVP was held without a goal for the fourth straight match.

Inter Miami must win by three goals in regulation to advance to the June 1 Champions Cup final, where a $5 million prize is on the line.

Last season, Miami fell victim to a first-round playoff exit despite being the No. 1 seed and Supporters' Shield winners. With Miami's stars only getting older and not many elite young talents supporting them, another early exit could be on the horizon come postseason time.