Match Preview: D.C. United at Inter Miami CF | Saturday, October 10, 2026

Match Preview: D.C. United at Inter Miami CF | Saturday, October 10, 2026

D.C. United travel to Nu Stadium this Saturday, October 10 for an Eastern Conference matchup against Inter Miami CF in the club's 27th match of the 2026 MLS season. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET in Miami, Florida. The Black-and-Red enter the weekend at 6-8-12 with 30 points and still hold a match in hand, with the rescheduled trip to FC Cincinnati set for October 21.

D.C. United enter Saturday's contest off a 3-3 draw at Vancouver Whitecaps FC on September 26. Midfielder Kimito Nono scored twice for his first two goals in MLS, opening the scoring in the 16th minute and equalizing in the 80th, and defender Lucas Bartlett added his fourth goal of the season in the 65th. The Black-and-Red trailed 2-1 at halftime and took a season-high 10 corner kicks. Head Coach René Weiler's side is 2-3-7 on the road in 2026.

Inter Miami CF enter the weekend at 12-5-10 with 46 points, third in the Eastern Conference, and are coming off a 2-1 loss at Columbus Crew on September 27. Forward Lionel Messi leads the club with 21 goals and 13 assists in 2026, forward Luis Suárez has added 13 goals and eight assists, and midfielder Rodrigo De Paul leads Inter Miami with 12 assists. The hosts have scored 64 goals this season, but they have not won in their last five MLS matches and have drawn each of their last three at home.

Saturday's match is the second and final meeting between the clubs in the 2026 MLS regular season. Inter Miami lead the all-time regular season series 5-4-3 across 12 meetings, with both clubs scoring 19 goals. D.C. United are 2-2-1 in five previous trips to Miami and will be making their first visit to Nu Stadium.

By the Numbers:

• Forward Tai Baribo leads D.C. United with 14 goals in 2026, has scored four game-winners and is three-for-three from the penalty spot.
• Midfielder Kimito Nono scored his first two MLS goals at Vancouver Whitecaps FC on September 26 and has started all eight of his appearances for D.C. United.
• Goalkeeper Sean Johnson has started all 26 matches in 2026 with 94 saves and six shutouts.
• Midfielder Jackson Hopkins has made six career appearances against Inter Miami CF, the most of any player on D.C. United's roster.
• Inter Miami CF have not won in their last five MLS matches and are 0-1-4.
• Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi leads the club with 21 goals and 13 assists in 2026.
• Inter Miami CF goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair has a 1.90 goals-against average in 21 starts in 2026.

Last Match Against Inter Miami CF | March 7, 2026, at M&T Bank Stadium

In the most recent meeting between the clubs, Inter Miami CF won 2-1 in front of 72,026 in Baltimore, the largest crowd in D.C. United history. Midfielder Rodrigo De Paul opened the scoring in the 17th minute and forward Lionel Messi doubled the lead in the 27th. Forward Tai Baribo pulled one back in the 75th minute after midfielder Jackson Hopkins forced a save from goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair. D.C. United will look to even the season series on Saturday.

How to Watch

D.C. United fans can catch all the action of their favorite team on Apple TV. With this, you can watch every D.C. United match live, whether it’s home or away, along with exclusive pre- and post-match coverage. Simply open the Apple TV app, navigate to MLS Season Pass, and enjoy the entire 2026 season. Whether you're at home or on the go, you'll have access to every match, ensuring you never miss a moment of D.C. United's season. Enjoy seamless streaming on your Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and more!   

Radio broadcasts will be available live on the iHeartRadio App and Freedom 104.7 FM. Legendary broadcaster Dave Johnson, who has called matches for D.C. United since the club’s inception in 1996 will return to the booth alongside Bruce Murray, former United States National Team player (1985-1993, 85 caps and 21 goals) and Class of 2011 National Soccer Hall of Fame inductee. The pair have partnered on radio calls since 2023 to deliver high-quality and passionate radio calls for fans. Supporters watching D.C. United MLS Regular Season matches on MLS Season Pass can opt to listen to Dave Johnson and Bruce Murray calling the match on the MLS Local Radio Broadcast channel.