Inter Miami travel west to face off against San Jose Earthquakes in midweek Major League Soccer action.
The Herons come into the game losers of their last five in all competitions. After being bounced from the Concacaf Champions Cup in the semifinals, Miami trounced New York Red Bulls and looked to put their disappointment behind them. Then, they conceded four against Minnesota United and question marks about this team resurfaced.
Javier Mascherano isn't shying away from acknowledging the team's struggles in his first season either. The Herons have to improve defensively if they are going to be a threat to lift MLS Cup at the end of the season. They have a quick turnaround to right the ship taking on San Jose Earthquakes on the road. Bruce Arena has turned around the Quakes, but have slipped a bit after a strong start.
Still, led by Chicho Arango, the Quakes are winners of three straight in all competitions. Mascherano has to get his tactics and team selection right. The Herons will be without Luis Suarez for another game due to personal reasons, Mascherano announced in the build-up.
Here's how Mascherano could set up the Herons on the west coast in midweek action.
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