In a tightly contested USL Cup final matchup, Mayamie International suffered an unexpected 1-2 loss to Houston Dynamo, but in essence, Houston was the better team and deserved to win.
Although Mez and Zodi Ebba missed this final due to injuries, I assume that they will also struggle to return against New York City. The importance of this USL Cup final cannot be overstated, and a win is imperative for Miami if they want to advance to the playoffs.
The central midfielder, Busquets, must control the midfield while guarding the back line. His vast experience is vital as he knows how to beat the opposition in numerous key games.
The absence of Mays undoubtedly presents a huge challenge for Miami, but Ryan Talley and Farias will need to create chances on the wing and capitalize on Lee Annadu Gambina's spot as the regular center to score when it counts.
New York City lacks star players, but after a difficult first half of the season, they have regrouped and are united for a playoff spot. They have kept four clean sheets in their last five league games, including three wins, making them a difficult team to break down.
Young striker Bacca has emerged as a great transfer opportunity, scoring three goals in his last five matches and working well with midfield commander Santiago Rodiguez. And flexible wing forward Anzus Jaeson has also improved his performance in my opinion, and has the ability to create a threat on the left side of the field for Mayami.
