Javier Mascherano's Inter Miami coaching debut ended in a penalty shootout victory over Club América. While the friendly match emphasized fitness, the win provided a positive start to his tenure. The match saw a late equalizer and ultimately a 3-2 win on penalties.

Lionel Messi scored a goal and made his presence known throughout the first half as Inter Miami beat Mexican superpower Club America 3-2 on penalty kicks after the teams played to a 2-2 deadlock in regulation on Saturday night.

Javier Mascherano takes charge of the Herons for the first time in a friendly against Club América at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas.