Lionel Messi to play for Inter Miami again in this MLS season?

Lionel Messi's voyage to the shores of the US and the inaugural season with Inter Miami was marked by a memorable summer triumph in the Leagues Cup, a heart-wrenching penalty shootout defeat in the US Open Cup final. Argentine soccer legend netted a total of 11 electrifying as well as crucial goals that enthralled fans both at home and on the road. However, the season will conclude without a playoff appearance for Miami, as their hopes were dashed by a 1-0 loss to FC Cincinnati, leaving Messi's availability for the remainder of the season uncertain, according to reports.

Messi, along with his Inter Miami teammate Facundo Farias, embarked for Buenos Aires on Sunday to link up with the Argentine national team, which is preparing for a pair of forthcoming World Cup qualifier matches. The second of these matches is scheduled against Peru on October 17, just one day before Inter Miami is set to face Charlotte FC at home. Should Messi participate in the Peru match, it will be impossible for him to return in time for the game at DRV PNK Stadium, given the less than 24-hour turnaround.

Inter Miami reportedly will not loan out captain Lionel Messi after the Major League Soccer season ends. The 36-year-old forward has been linked with the Saudi Pro League or a possible return to FC Barcelona.


Spanish journalist Guillem Balague reported that the global superstar isn't going anywhere except on vacation. "Messi will have around one month holiday, like other footballers," Balague said, per the BBC. "So forget any move to Saudi or similar."

Inter Miami have been eliminated from playoff consideration. Their final game is on October 21 against Charlotte.

Messi has one goal and two assists in five MLS regular-season matches (three starts) since joining Miami. In 13 games across all competitions for the club, Messi has 11 goals and eight assists.

FAQs

Q1. When is Inter Miami's last match?
A1. Inter Miami's final game is on October 21 against Charlotte.

Q2. How many goals Messi scored for Inter Miami?
A2. Miami. In 13 games across all competitions for the club, Messi has 11 goals and eight assists.