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Sidelined by Injury 2 Days Ago, Is Lionel Messi Playing Tonight for Inter Miami vs Nashville in CONCACAF Champions Cup?

Lionel Messi was unavailable for the league match against CF Montreal but will he be fit for tonight's encounter? Here's what we have to say.
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at AI Nassr FC

Who Is Drew Fischer, the Referee Appointed for Inter Miami vs Nashville CONCACAF Champions Cup 2nd Leg After Tata Martino’s Critique of MLS Officials

After Tata Martino takes a dig at referees, we look at referee Drew Fischer, who will officiate Inter Miami's CONCACAF game vs Nashville FC.
Drew Fischer

Inter Miami Injury News ”“ Lionel Messi’s Starting Status Remains Uncertain, 5 Players Ruled Out for CONCACAF Champions Cup 2nd Leg Against Nashville

Lionel Messi's presence remains doubtful as 5 players ruled out for Inter Miami ahead of the CONCACAF Champions Cup clash against Nashville
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at AI Nassr FC

Inter Miami vs Nashville- Expected Lineups, Lionel Messi & Other Injury Updates, Predictions, Live Streaming & How To Watch CONCACAF Champions Cup Clash in USA

Inter Miami vs. Nashville, CONCACAF Champions Cup, will Lionel Messi return after injury? More news and updates about the RO16 2nd leg.
MLS: Preseason-Newells Old Boys at Inter Miami CF

Saudi Brand Enlists ‘GOAT’ Lionel Messi as Brand Ambassador After Cristiano Ronaldo Fell Short on Promise

After Cristiano Ronaldo broke a certain viral Al Nassr promise, a Saudi Arabian brand pledged an alliance with arch-rival Lionel Messi.
MLS, Fussball Herren, USA Leagues Cup Quarterfinals-Charlotte FC at Inter Miami CF Aug 11, 2023; Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

MLS Mass Fine Strikes Lionel Messi’s Teammate Jordi Alba Over Policy Violation, Hours Before Inter Miami’s CONCACAF Champions Cup Clash

It's a do-or-die encounter for Lionel Messi & Co. next against Nashville, but defender Jordi Alba has an unexpected problem to worry about.
MLS, Fussball Herren, USA Leagues Cup-Orlando City SC at Inter Miami CF Aug 2, 2023; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA; Inter Mia

“[Lionel] Messi Tried to Get Something Out of Nothing” ”“ Nashville Star Unapologetic for Studs-Up Horror Tackle on Inter Miami Captain

Despite a brutal tackle on Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi, Nashville star CB fails to take accountability for his actions.
Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi

Big Injury Update Emerges On ‘Injured’ Lionel Messi For Inter Miami Fans & Tata Martino Before Nashville Game

Inter Miami fans have received a big update on Lionel Messi ahead of their team's upcoming clash against Nashville in the MLS.
Soccer Football – Inter Miami training session

Inter Miami Boss Tata Martino Blasts MLS Refereeing in a Surprise Comparison to Manchester City vs Liverpool Clash After Disappointing

After a disheartening loss, Inter Miami manager Tata Martino criticizes MLS refereeing while comparing it with the Premier League.
September 3, 2023, Los Angeles, California, USA: Head Coach, Gerardo Tata Martino of Inter Miami CF speaks during the po

Why Did Lionel Messi Not Play Against Montreal? The Real Reason Behind the Argentine’s No Show at Inter Miami’s First Season Loss

To the surprise of many, Lionel Messi was not part of Inter Miami's squad against Montreal. The recent reports might tell why.
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at AI Nassr FC

“Forfeit Any Future Games Messi Is Injured For” ”“ Inter Miami Suffers First Season Defeat Without Lionel Messi; Fans React

Inter Miami experienced their first season defeat without Lionel Messi, prompting reactions from fans. Read here for more.
MLS: Preseason-Inter Miami CF at AI Nassr FC

Inter Miami Injury Update- Lionel Messi & Luis Suarez Missing From Training After ‘Questionable’ Update As 5 More Players Stay Sidelined

Inter Miami could be without the superstar duo of Lionel Messi & Luis Suarez and other key names against CF Montreal, per the latest update.
Lionel Messi injured

About Inter Miami

Brief History

Inter Miami CF is a professional American soccer team based in Miami. The team has a relatively short history, and the first step that got the ball rolling came in 2007 when David Beckham signed with the MLS side LA Galaxy. As part of his contract, Beckham received the option to purchase an expansion team in America for only $25 million.

However, it wasn't until 2014, after retiring from soccer, that the English legend decided to exercise this option and establish a team in Miami under his group called Miami Beckham United. After four years, on January 29, 2018, David Beckham and his group were granted the twenty-fifth franchise in MLS and were scheduled to debut in the 2020 season.

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Following the big announcement, on September 5, 2018, Inter Miami revealed the name, crest, and colors of the club. Moving on, to create a state-of-the-art facility for their fans and players alike, on May 8, 2019, the old Lockhart Stadium was demolished to make way for the new DRV PNK Stadium. This stadium now serves as Inter Miami's home ground and permanent training center.

Then a year later on March 1, 2020, Inter Miami played its inaugural MLS match against Los Angeles FC, in which the debutant side suffered a narrow 1-0 loss. The club recorded its first-ever victory on August 22, 2020, with a 3-2 win over Orlando City SC in their first-ever match on their home ground.

Owners and shareholders

The most known figure in Inter Miami's ownership is soccer legend David Beckham. Joining him are prominent businessmen brothers Jorge Mas and Jose Mas. Initially, Bolivian tech businessman Marcelo Claure and Japanese businessman Masayoshi Son were also part of the ownership team at the club's inception.

However, in 2021, the Mas brothers and Beckham united to consolidate their stakes in the club. Concurrently, investment management company Ares Management made a significant equity investment of $150 million in Inter Miami.

Managers

Manager NameNationalityManagerial Reign
Diego AlonsoUruguayDecember 2019-January 2021
Phil NevilleEnglandJanuary 2021-June 2023
Javier Morales (Interim)ArgentinaJune 2023-July 2023 
Gerardo MartinoArgentinaJuly 2023-  

Player Roaster

Player NameNationalityJersey NumberPosition
Drake CallenderAmerica1Goalkeeper
DeAndre YedlinAmerica2Defender
Dixon ArroyoEcuador3Midfielder
Christopher McVeySweeden4Defender
Sergio BusquetsSpain5Midfielder
Tomas AvilesArgentina6Defender
Jean MotaBrazil7Midfielder
Diego GomezParaguay8Midfielder
Leonardo CampanaEcuador9Forward
Lionel MessiArgentina10Forward
Facundo FariasArgentina11Midfielder
Corentin JeanFrance14Forward
Ryan SailorAmerica15Defender
Robert TaylorFinland16Forward
Jordi AlbaSpain18Defender
Robbie RobinsonAmerica19Forward
Nicolas StefanelliArgentina22Midfielder
Ian FrayAmerica24Defender
GregoreBrazil26Midfielder
Sergii KryvtsovUkraine27Defender
Edison AzconaDominican Republic28Midfielder
CJ Dos SantosAmerica29Goalkeeper
Benjamin CremaschiAmerica30Midfielder
Kamal MillerCanada31Defender
Noah AllenAmerican32Defender
Franco NegriArgentina33Defender
David RuizAmerica41Midfielder
Lawson SunderlandAmerica43Midfielder
Santiago MoralesAmerica81Midfielder
Cole JensenAmerica99Goalkeeper
Luis SuarezUruguayForward

Inter Miami's biggest signings

In September 2020, Inter Miami made their first major acquisition by signing Argentine soccer legend and ex-Real Madrid star Gonzalo Higuain as a designated player. However, the real game-changer came on July 15, 2023, when Inter Miami shocked the world by securing the signing of World Cup winner Lionel Messi.

Inter Miami offered a lucrative two-and-a-half-year contract with an astounding $54 million per season in salary to acquire the services of the Argentine maestro. A couple of days later, they continued to make waves by adding another one of Messi's former teammates and 2010 World Cup winner Sergio Busquets to their roster.

Busquets earns an impressive salary of up to $10 million per season with Inter Miami. The chain of high-profile signings didn't stop there, as Jordi Alba joined the team just days later with a salary of $1,600,000 per season. And finally, on December 22, 2023, Inter Miami secured yet another legendary striker with the addition of Uruguayan superstar Luis Suarez to their ranks.

Trophies and Honours

  • Leagues Cup winner - 2023
  • US Open Cup runner-up - 2022/23

On August 19, 2023, Inter Miami won their inaugural trophy in the Leagues Cup finals against Nashville SC. Just a month later on 27th September 2023 Inter Miami came close to winning their second title in the US Open Cup but fell short and lost the final 1-2 against Houston Dynamo.

Sponsors and partners

Inter Miami has formed partnerships with several esteemed companies, including XBTO, Fracht Group, AutoNation, Baptist Health, Florida Blue, Heineken, Adidas, Royal Caribbean, BDO, BodyArmor, Celsius, Coca-Cola, Continental, La Tropical, and Ticketmaster.