Inter Miami is qualified for the Club World Cup playoffs, and its next challenge will be Paris Saint‑Germain — Messi's former club, where he played for two seasons alongside Neymar and Mbappé before joining Inter Miami.

Inter Miami appeared to be cruising to a victory in the match, which would clinch the group. But Palmerias battled back, scoring twice in the final 15 minutes. Paulinho and Mauricio, two substitutes, scored in the 80th and 87th minute, respectively.

Inter Miami drew with Palmerias to close out Group A action in the FIFA Club World Cup. The result means the Herons don't top their group after leading by two goals, but they do advance to the round of 16. A tantalizing matchup on paper given Lionel Messi's ties to Paris Saint-Germain.