Inter Miami vs. Newell’s Old Boys: Confirmed Lineups, Predictions, Injury News & How to Watch Lionel Messi Play

Inter Miami is in the final stretch of its pre-season. Tomorrow, the Herons will play their last friendly match against Newell’s Old Boys at the DRV PNK Stadium at 12:30 ET. It is a nostalgic reunion for Lionel Messi as the skipper will be facing his childhood side, where it all began. On the other hand, the Argentinian club will be looking to leave an indelible mark in front of the Northern American audience.  

In six out of seven games, Tata Martino and co. have managed to clinch just one victory and draw. Rest concluded in defeat. Can they win their last friendly fixture? Time will tell. For now, let’s take a look at the confirmed lineups, predictions, and how to watch the enthralling fixture. 

Inter Miami vs. Newell’s Old Boys: Preview

Inter Miami are coming off a shocking defeat against Vissel Kobe during their Japan tour. After a stalemate of 90 minutes and extra time, the match was decided by penalties, which the Lionel Messi-less side lost 4-3. This latest defeat adds to their previous losses against FC Dallas, Al Hilal, and Al Nassr. 

Meanwhile, Mauricio Larriera’s side is coming off a 0-4 thrashing from Racing Club in the First Phase of the Argentine Primera Division. However, that doesn’t make them a weaker side. Tata Martino and Co. must expect surprises from the South American-based club. 

The Herons vs. La Lepra: Injury update

Inter Miami is currently grappling with a lot of injuries. David Beckham‘s soccer franchise has lost a lot of players due to their lengthy pre-season. Robbie Robinson, Facundo Farias, Benjamin Cremaschi, Ian Fray, Franco Negri, Nicolas Freire, and Serhiy Kryvtsov will all miss the friendly. All players are sidelined for the long haul. Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are fit to start against Newell’s. However, concerns are still there for Sergio Busquets to play the full game.

The midfielder can make a brief cameo in the second half. On the other hand, there are no such injury concerns for Newell’s Old Boys. However, midfielder Juan Sforza and winger Francisco Gonzalez will miss the game as they are recovering from their Argentina U23 duties.

Inter Miami vs. Newell’s Old Boys: Confirmed line-ups

Inter Miami (4-3-3): Callender; Yedlin, Freire, Agustín Avilés, Alba; Ruiz, Bright, Gressel; Messi, Suárez, Gomez

Newell’s Old Boys (4-4-2): Hoyos; Schott, Glavinovich, Vangoini, Calderara; Fernandez, Perez, Banega, Balzi; Ramirez, Aguirre

Inter Miami vs. Newell’s Old Boys: Prediction

Inter Miami will certainly try to go the extra mile to win the match. However, one shouldn’t consider Newell’s Old Boys a lighter side. Expect the match to end with Messi losing 1-2 against his former side.

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Where to watch Inter Miami vs. Newell’s Old Boys? 

Fans in the United States as well as in the United Kingdom can watch Inter Miami vs. Newell’s Old Boys via Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass. Meanwhile, Canadian spectators can catch the action live on Apple TV +. For last-minute tickets, check out Ticket Master here. 

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