Bravo, InterMiami. Bravo.

This game lived up to the hype and then some. I mean, it really had everything. Let’s start with the GOAT. In a match of such importance, it was only right that Lionel Messi played a starring role with two goals, including a stunning free-kick from 27 yards that gave the Herons a 2-0 lead at half-time.

However, if you expected Columbus to just quietly fade into the night, you’re not tuned in this season. Trailing 3-2 in the 84th minute, the Crew were awarded a penalty. Cucho had a chance to spoil the celebrations for the Herons, but Drake Callender played the hero and produced a sensational PK save to maintain the lead and capture the Shield for Miami – truly incredible cinema.

Back to Messi for a moment. He now reaches 17g/15a in just 17 games. Is he the front runner for Landon Donovan MLS MVP again?