Overview
- Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul were left out of the matchday squad and did not travel, with staff citing rest rather than injury.
- Assistant coach Javier Morales said the decision followed a Wednesday–Saturday cadence and the upcoming Nashville second leg.
- A reshuffled Miami side secured a point as Rocco Ríos Novo and Charlotte's Kristijan Kahlina produced standout saves in a cagey game.
- Head coach Javier Mascherano was sent off in stoppage time for dissent and will miss the March 22 MLS match at NYCFC.
- The draw comes after a 0-0 first leg at Nashville, with the Round of 16 decider set for March 18 at Chase Stadium.