MIAMI, FL. – Inter Miami CF Academy U-17s capped off a remarkable season by winning the 2025 MLS NEXT Cup title in Nashville. After strong showings throughout the regular season, all four of our teams, U-13, U-14, U-16, and U-17, qualified for the tournament and proudly represented the club on one of the biggest stages in youth soccer.
“This feels amazing—it was a long journey from the start. It means everything to us,” said 2025 MLS NEXT Cup U-17 MVP Lukas Robbins. “This is history. We are national champions thanks to our fight.”
FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Visits the City of Miami and Inter Miami CF Facilities
The U-17s kicked off their playoff run with a 1-0 win over Cedar Stars Academy Monmouth in the Round of 32, followed by a 2-1 victory against Cedar Stars Academy Bergen. They continued their streak with a 1-0 win over Baltimore Armour in the quarterfinals and won in a 6-5 win in a penalty shootout in the semifinals.
“It’s a source of pride for me, my teammates, and our coaches. Our consistency and intensity have paid off,” 2025 U-17 Best Goalkeeper Marco Simion added.
They sealed the championship with a thrilling finale, defeating Weston FC in a dramatic 5-4 penalty shootout to bring home the title.
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