Suárez Spits at Member of Coaching Staff: Tension in Leagues Cup Final

Luis Suárez Involved in Incident After Leagues Cup Final

In an episode that has generated controversy, Inter Miami’s Uruguayan striker, Luis Suárez, was caught spitting at a member of the Seattle Sounders’ coaching staff after the Leagues Cup final, where his team was defeated 3-0. The confrontation occurred at the end of the match at Seattle’s Lumen Field, after a verbal altercation between players from both teams. Apple TV cameras recorded the moment Suárez spits at the rival coaching staff member. Among those involved in the fight was also the Spaniard Sergio Busquets.

Nobody likes these kinds of actions at the end of the match. When there is a reaction, there may be a provocation, but I don’t know what happened.

Javier Mascherano, Inter Miami coach

In the press conference after the match, Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano stated that he did not witness the incident. Inter Miami, which was the Leagues Cup champion in 2023, will play in the Concacaf Champions League in 2026, as will the Seattle Sounders. Osaze De Rosario, Alex Roldán, and Paul Rothrock’s goals secured the victory for the Sounders. The atmosphere in the stadium was festive, with the participation of singer Mario Bautista in the pre-match ceremony. Despite the presence of Messi banners, the Sounders fans made themselves heard, supporting their team in obtaining the title.