“I Look Like the Biggest Ticket Seller in MLS” – Amid Lionel Messi’s Injury, Inter Miami Boss Tata Martino Avoids Providing Update on His Return

Inter Miami has struggled to find their footing in the absence of Lionel Messi. The David Beckham-owned side in the absence of La Pulga has managed to win just 2 out of their last 6 games. While fans have been clamoring for the Argentine’s return, Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino is not willing to rush the situation. Martino did comment on Messi’s return, claiming there is no set date in place.

Lionel Messi has become the biggest attraction in MLS following his arrival in the United States. Both home and away fans have been eager to watch the Argentine in action. However, his recent absence due to injury has left the fans wanting for more.

Tata Martino comments on the availability of Lionel Messi

There have been a lot of speculations surrounding the return of Lionel Messi. Inter Miami fans are hoping that the star can find his way back to the team despite his injury to help them keep their playoff chances alive. However, head coach Tata Martino has repeated himself time and again, noting that the World Cup winner will only play when he’s 100% fit.

During a recent interview, Martino commented on the availability of the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner. The Herons’ boss also added that he cannot risk playing the Argentine soccer legend right now, as he’d be responsible if something bad happened.

“Anything I’m going to say if it doesn’t come true. I look like the biggest ticket seller in MLS. As if I have anything to do with selling tickets, we care about the players. I would tell you a month if I knew it was a month. There were people saying he was out of the league for this whole season. You (journalists) are not taking any risk, I am making a very serious mistake if I say something in haste.”

With Lionel Messi yet to make his return to the team, Inter Miami will have to get the job done themselves. The team has just four games left in the regular season and will have to win them all to keep themselves in contention for playoffs.

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Inter Miami is desperate for wins to secure a dream spot in the playoffs

The MLS is at its business end and teams will try to push hard and secure a place in the league playoffs. While the top seven teams from each confederation directly qualify for the final series, the 8th and 9th placed sides have a chance to play in the final series’ playoffs to secure their place.

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami is currently placed 13th on the points table, with 33 points to their name from 30 games. The side is currently four points behind 9th-placed Montreal with a one-game advantage. With the Herons set to face Chicago tomorrow, a win will propel the side to the 12th spot on the table, separating them and Montreal by a single point.

It will be interesting to see if Inter Miami can get the job done in the absence of their biggest superstar. The team will have to win all four remaining fixtures and then hope that teams ranked 9 to 12 all lose at least one of their games. With a tough ask ahead of Tata Martino’s men, the upcoming match against Montreal will be a must-watch for Miami fans.

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