MLS Suspends Suarez for One Match in Playoff Series

Major League Soccer has suspended Inter Miami forward Luis Suárez for one match following a violent conduct incident during the team's playoff loss to Nashville SC, sidelining the veteran striker for a decisive Game 3 that could end Miami's season.

The suspension, announced Wednesday, stems from Suárez's actions in the 71st minute of Game 2 on November 1 at GEODIS Park in Nashville. With Inter Miami trailing 2-0, the 38-year-old Uruguayan extended his right leg and struck Nashville defender Andy Nájar in the groin area while neither player was near the ball. Referee Allen Chapman issued a foul but, after a video assistant referee review, no card was shown, and play resumed. Nashville held on for a 2-1 victory, with Lionel Messi scoring a late goal for Miami. The series is now tied 1-1 after Inter Miami's 3-1 win in Game 1 on October 25, also powered by Messi's two goals and an assist.

The MLS Disciplinary Committee, made up of former players, coaches, and referees, reviewed the play under league rules allowing post-match action when officials observe an incident but fail to issue a red card. "The MLS Disciplinary Committee has suspended Inter Miami CF forward Luis Suárez for one...