Inter Miami's Jordi Alba expressed dissatisfaction with the Major League Soccer postseason format, deeming it "unfair." The critique came following Inter Miami's 3-2 defeat to Atlanta United in the decisive third match of the best-of-three playoff series at the Chase Stadium on Saturday night.

Alba, experiencing the postseason for the first time this season, highlighted his concerns post-match, citing the desire for a more balanced system. The Spanish defender suggested pitting the conference champions against each other for a fairer competition.

Inter Miami, having topped the Eastern Conference in the regular season and set records, still faced a premature exit in the playoffs. Despite boasting statistics and goals from star players like Lionel Messi and Matías Rojas, the team struggled against Atlanta United's resilient performance, particularly goalkeeper Brad Guzan.

Head coach Gerardo Martino expressed disappointment at the team's early elimination despite the positive aspects of the season. Martino acknowledged progress for the club but fell short of labeling the season a success.

As Inter Miami transitions into the offseason, focus will now shift towards regrouping for the upcoming 2025 campaign. The debate around the fairness and competitiveness of the MLS playoff format continues to garner attention, with contrasting opinions from both players and fans alike.