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A photographic look at Inter Miami’s 3-1 loss to NYCFC, Fede Higuain’s sendoff game

Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) waves to the fans during the second half of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) waves to the fans during the second half of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com

Inter Miami played its final regular season home game vs. New York City FC on Saturday. It was the farewell game for Federico Higuain, who announced his retirement at age 37. Though Miami lost 3-1 and was eliminated from the playoffs -- not the sendoff the team wanted for Higuain -- there were plenty of dramatic moments.

Capture the emotional day in this gallery of photos by Herald photographer Matias Ocner.

Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) loses possession of the ball against New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) loses possession of the ball against New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) attempts a free kick against New York City FC during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) attempts a free kick against New York City FC during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) fights for possession of the ball against New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) fights for possession of the ball against New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami midfielder Indiana Vassilev (29) stops the ball midair against New York City FC during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami midfielder Indiana Vassilev (29) stops the ball midair against New York City FC during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) looks to pass to midfielder Lewis Morgan (7) against New York City FC New York City defender Maxime Chanot (4) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) looks to pass to midfielder Lewis Morgan (7) against New York City FC New York City defender Maxime Chanot (4) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami fans cheer during the first half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami fans cheer during the first half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami defender Nicolas Figal (5) looks to gain possession of the ball against New York City FC midfielder Santiago Rodriguez (42) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami defender Nicolas Figal (5) looks to gain possession of the ball against New York City FC midfielder Santiago Rodriguez (42) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) fights for possession of the ball against New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) fights for possession of the ball against New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) during the first half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami fans cheer during the second half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami fans cheer during the second half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) hugs his brother, forward Gonzalo Higuain (9), during the second half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) hugs his brother, forward Gonzalo Higuain (9), during the second half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) waves to the fans during the second half of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) waves to the fans during the second half of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) hugs Inter Miami head coach Phil Neville during the second half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) hugs Inter Miami head coach Phil Neville during the second half of their MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami defender Nicolas Figal (5) celebrates after scoring a goal against New York City FC during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami defender Nicolas Figal (5) celebrates after scoring a goal against New York City FC during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami defender Nicolas Figal (5) celebrates after scoring a goal against New York City FC during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami defender Nicolas Figal (5) celebrates after scoring a goal against New York City FC during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami defender Christian Makoun (4) tries to gain possession of the ball against New York City FC during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami defender Christian Makoun (4) tries to gain possession of the ball against New York City FC during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami midfielder Brek Shea (20) makes his way down the field as New York City FC players celebrate after scoring a goal during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Inter Miami midfielder Brek Shea (20) makes his way down the field as New York City FC players celebrate after scoring a goal during the second half of their MLS soccer match at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) waves to the fans during the conclusion of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1.
Inter Miami forward Federico Higuain (22) waves to the fans during the conclusion of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This match was Federico’s last home game before retiring from Major League Soccer at the conclusion of this season. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham takes a photo with fans after the conclusion of his team’s MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1.
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham takes a photo with fans after the conclusion of his team’s MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham leaves the field after the conclusion of his team’s MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1.
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham leaves the field after the conclusion of his team’s MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
Inter Miami defender Leandro Gonzalez (6) is seen during the conclusion of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1.
Inter Miami defender Leandro Gonzalez (6) is seen during the conclusion of his MLS soccer match against New York City FC at DRV PNK Stadium on Saturday, October 30, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami lost 3 to 1. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com
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