FC Cincinnati midfielder launches challenge ahead of clash against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami

F C Cincinnati are experiencing days of maximum tension and motivation ahead of their Eastern Conference playoff clash against the powerful Inter Miami of Lionel Messi

In the midst of the atmosphere full of expectations, Pavel Bucha , one of the most stable players in the orange midfield, made a statement that set the stage alight and confirmed the emotional state of the team.

Pavel Bucha sends message to Inter Miami ahead of playoffs

Boupendza is not known for being a controversial player, but this time he decided to share a message that makes clear how motivated they are in Cincinnati . At the club's training complex, wearing his usual number 20, he spoke naturally about the state of the squad and his own feelings ahead of the match.

You can see that we're all hungry to get something out of these playoffs.

"We are hungry to get the victory," said Pavel Bucha with a confident look ahead of Cincinnati's most important game of the season so far.

Who is Pavel Bucha?

The 27-year-old Czech has become an indispensable part of the club's setup due to his vision and the balance he brings to the midfield.

For the coaching staff, Boupendza is indispensable in the scheme. When the game tends to break down, he is the one who holds the structure, ensures short delivery and sets the necessary pace so that Cincinnati can breathe and reorganize

These characteristics are indispensable in a team that intends to take control of the midfield when facing a club that possesses stars of the calibre of Sergio Busquets and Rodrigo de Paul, two world champions.

However, the Czech arrives at this clash in a moment of footballing maturity. He has left behind the adaptation stage to MLS and today he feels comfortable and motivated to make history in Cincinnati .

Cincinnati will need a solid midfield, clean transitions and emotional clarity if it is to overcome an Inter Miami side that tends to set the pace from the start. In that equation, Boupendza becomes indispensable.

Javier Mascherano sends message to Cincinnati

Javier Mascherano was clear and accurate in stating that he only sees one possible result for this match: " It's not in my head not to win. The team has reached this stage of the season in the best way... in the day-to-day, in the atmosphere that there is. Everything is set for it to be a great match. We are well prepared. "

In addition, Mascherano confirmed that Leo Messi and Rodrigo de Paul are in optimal condition to play the match, after having played with the Albiceleste in midweek.

When and where to watch Cincinnati vs Inter Miami?

This exciting Conference Semifinal matchup will take place on November 23 at 5:00 pm ET at TQL Stadium and will be broadcast on Apple TV, with the MLS Season Pass .

On Sunday, the stage will be set. And Boucha , with his serenity and determination, seems ready to take on the challenge and push Cincinnati one step closer to the ultimate goal.