The Uruguayan forward reached four goals in the current MLS season with a crucial brace for Inter Miami.

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Miami sit sixth in the Eastern Conference with 26 pointsSuárez has seven goals and nine assists in 2025Double against CF Montréal ended a four-game droughtGet the MLS Season Pass today!Stream games nowAFPWHAT HAPPENED?

Inter Miami's Luis Suárez hit a major milestone in his illustrious career, playing his 1,000th professional match, and he celebrated in style. The Uruguayan striker netted twice to help break a four-game winless streak with a 4-2 victory over CF Montréal in Major League Soccer.

“This is the way forward," he wrote on social reflecting on the accomplishment. "Proud of the team, happy with the result. We keep fighting for more!”

Inter Miami, managed by Javier Mascherano, found their rhythm again thanks to a stellar performance from their South American duo. Lionel Messi scored twice, while Suárez added a quick-fire brace to give the Florida side a much-needed boost. Dante Sealy and Victor Loturi scored for the Canadian visitors.

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At 38, Suárez is fighting to stay relevant at the top level, now competing in a league like MLS. While age may be catching up, the Uruguayan striker continues to chase the back of the net—the very thing that defined his legendary career.

So far this season, Suárez has made 12 league appearances for Inter Miami, registering four goals and seven assists. They’re respectable numbers, but for a forward who once dominated Europe's elite, rediscovering his scoring form hasn't come easily.

He did find some spark in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, netting three goals before the team was eliminated. But it was last night’s brace against CF Montréal that could mark a turning point—not just for Suárez, but for Inter Miami as well.

Both the club and its fans are hopeful this performance signals more to come from the former Barcelona star. For a striker like Suárez, goals are more than just stats—it is a statement he's still got it.

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Speaking to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, Suárez emphasized the importance of returning to winning ways: “What stands out the most is that we won again. We were on a rough patch, and we had to take responsibility for those poor results. It was about fixing our mistakes, regaining confidence, and becoming the team we know we can be.”

He also reflected on the team’s demanding schedule, rejecting any excuses: “This win means a lot, especially coming against a strong opponent. Matches like these are crucial for building belief. As professional footballers, we must be ready to play every three or four days. It’s part of the job—no excuses about the number of games or the calendar. It’s about working hard, because that’s our duty.”

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Mascherano’s side will need to prove it can stay among the Eastern Conference’s top contenders and build on its momentum when it hosts the Columbus Crew next Saturday. The Crew currently sit fourth in the East with 28 points.