"U.S. Open Cup Final: Houston Dynamo's Plan to Stop Messi Revealed"
Houston Dynamo head coach Ben Olsen remains tight-lipped about his plan to stop Lionel Messi ahead of the U.S. Open Cup final against Inter Miami. Despite being the underdogs, Houston has undergone a successful rebuild under Olsen's leadership, with a stronger defense and a solid home record. Defender Erik Sviatchenko, who has faced Messi before, emphasizes the need for compactness and readiness to defend against the Argentine superstar. Midfielder Artur suggests keeping possession as a defensive strategy. While Olsen acknowledges the challenge of facing Messi, he believes the pressure will be on Miami as the favorites.