Sergio Busquets will be absent from Saturday's crucial Inter Miami game against Atlanta United, leaving Lionel Messi without one of his key teammates for the upcoming playoff matchup. Busquets sustained an injury in Game 1 of the series and subsequently developed symptoms resembling pneumonia, forcing him to miss Game 2. Inter Miami now faces the challenge of securing a victory without Busquets to prolong their season and advance to the next round of the MLS Cup playoffs.
Inter Miami's coach, Gerardo “Tata” Martino, emphasized the high stakes of the remaining games, likening each match to a final. The team aims to progress through the playoffs, potentially playing four more games, including the conference semifinal, conference final, and the MLS Cup final, all of which could be hosted at home if they continue winning.
