US EditionInter Miami’s Luis Suárez Apologizes for on-Field Antics After Leagues Cup Final Loss to Seattle
- On Thursday, Luis Suárez issued an apology for his conduct following Inter Miami's 3-0 defeat to Seattle in the final match of the Leagues Cup held in Seattle on August 31, 2025.
- Following the match, his behavior—including spitting at a Seattle staff member and putting a player in a headlock—sparked a confrontation that is now under review by the soccer leagues’ governing bodies.
- On Thursday, Inter Miami denounced the post-match altercations in a statement, expressing gratitude to fans for their ongoing support and confirming that the club is collaborating with MLS and Leagues Cup authorities to appropriately address the matter.
- Suárez acknowledged his mistakes in an Instagram statement, expressing regret, admitting he was wrong, and emphasizing cooperation and optimism for the long season ahead to achieve success for the club and its fans.
- Given Suárez's history of controversial incidents including biting bans and a racially abusive ban, his latest actions could result in sanctions, but the disciplinary committee will ultimately decide the consequences.
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The Organizing Committee of the tournament has issued sanctions against Luis Suárez and Sergio Busquets for their conduct at the end of the game against the Seattle Sounders
Suarez, Busquets, Aviles and Seattle staff member face Leagues Cup bans, fines
Inter Miami players Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Tomas Aviles, and Seattle Sounders staff member Steven Lenhart, received multiple game suspensions from the 2026 Leagues Cup as punishment for their behavior during a post-game brawl following Sunday’s Leagues Cup final.
Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez has been suspended for six matches for his misconduct in the Leagues Cup loss to Seattle Sounders.
Luis Suarez issues apology after Inter Miami star spat at football coach as tempers erupted
Luis Suarez has issued a public apology after he spat at a member of the Seattle Sounders’ coaching staff during Inter Miami’s 3-0 defeat in the Leagues Cup final.The altercation occurred moments after the final whistle in a match marked by frustration, with tempers boiling over.A scuffle broke out involving players from both teams, with Suarez initially at the center of the confrontation.The 38-year-old forward was seen grabbing Seattle midfiel…
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