It is possible for Inter Miami to qualify for the MLS playoffs, but it will be a difficult task due to their position on MLS table
They are currently in 14th place in the Eastern Conference, with 25 points from 25 games. The top seven teams in each conference qualify for the playoffs, plus the two teams with the most points in the eighth and ninth place positions.
This means that Inter Miami needs to finish in the top nine in the Eastern Conference, or at least in eighth or ninth place with the most points.
There are nine games remaining in the regular season, so Inter Miami has 27 points up for grabs. They are currently 8 points behind DC United, who are in ninth place. This means that Inter Miami would need to win at least 3 of their remaining 9 games, and hope that DC United and other teams above them drop points.
It is possible for Inter Miami to do this, but it will be a tough ask. They have a good team, and they have been playing better since the arrival of Lionel Messi. However, they have also been inconsistent, and they will need to be at their best in the final stretch of the season.
The odds are against Inter Miami, but it is not impossible for them to qualify for the playoffs. They have the talent to do it, and they will be motivated by the fact that Messi is now on the team. If they can get on a good run of form, they will have a chance to make the playoffs.
Some of the factors that could help Inter Miami qualify for the playoffs are
Continued good form from Lionel Messi: He has been a revelation since joining the team, and he has scored 11 goals and 8 assists in 11 games. If he can keep up this form, he will be a major factor in Inter Miami’s success.
Improved defense: Inter Miami has conceded the most goals in the Eastern Conference this season. If they can tighten up their defense, they will give themselves a better chance of winning games.
Home form: Inter Miami has been strong at home this season, winning 5 of their 8 home games. If they can continue this form, they will have a good chance of picking up points in the remaining home games.
The road to the playoffs will be tough for Florida-based club, but it is not impossible. If they can play their best football in the final stretch of the season, they will have a chance to make the playoffs.
