Javier Mascherano is leading his former teammates to the Round of 16 in the Club World Cup. After two draws and one victory, Inter Miami will play PSG in the next round, and Mascherano sees qualifying as a statement to other MLS teams.

Inter Miami appeared to be cruising to a victory in the match, which would clinch the group. But Palmerias battled back, scoring twice in the final 15 minutes. Paulinho and Mauricio, two substitutes, scored in the 80th and 87th minute, respectively.

Inter Miami and Palmeiras have both booked a spot in the 2025 Club World Cup knockout stage after an entertaining 2-2 draw at Hard Rock Stadium. The MLS side finished as runners-up in Group A and were left disappointed after squandering a 2-0 lead.