Lionel Messi made a considerable impact this season with both club and country. The Argentine is currently playing his final game in the World Cup qualifier clash against Brazil, as the international soccer calendar concludes. As it’s the MLS offseason too, the fanbase will be eager to see him back in action. To everyone’s delight, a soccer journalist revealed La Pulga’s potential comeback date, marking a day in January as the much-awaited day.

The Argentine played a pivotal role in transforming the fortunes of Inter Miami this season. Furthermore, the soccer icon is eager to take some time away from the pitch to be with his family after the game against Brazil.

When will Lionel Messi return to action in 2024?

Lionel Messi has participated in 43 games in 2023, including his last months with PSG before joining the Herons. La Pulga’s debut season with Inter Miami came to an abrupt end after failing to make the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Argentine continued his participation in the international games. Pablo Graviloni, the renowned journalist, provided a comprehensive update on Messi’s plans after the Brazil game.

He revealed, “Today is Messi’s last match of the year. Then he will start his vacation and can spend it between Argentina and Barcelona. He will return January 4 to participate in Inter Miami’s preparatory camp”. Lionel Messi seemed to have sustained a minor injury in this intense game against Brazil. However, it wouldn’t affect his return to pre-season training in 2024 after a swift recovery process.

Inter Miami will play the CONCACAF Champions Cup in 2024 along with their MLS regular season. David Beckham’s squad is set to undergo an early pre-season to prepare for their busy campaign. Meanwhile, speculations ignited about Messi potentially facing his decade-long rival Cristiano Ronaldo in the Riyadh Season Cup next year. What’s all that about?

Will Inter Miami participate in the Riyadh Season Cup?

Earlier, soccer fans were enthralled by the prospect of Inter Miami facing Al Nassr in February. Both the clubs were rumored to engage in this friendly match. This would have likely been the last dance between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. However, the Herons recently dropped a heartbreaking statement and denied any such plan in the making.

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Inter Miami stated, “Miami CF is scheduled to play in the Riyadh Season Cup. This is inaccurate. The release included statements attributed to team owner Jorge Mas. Mas has made no comments, publicly or privately, in relation to the preseason tour.” Moreover, Beckham’s side acknowledged that their 2024 preseason schedule is still being finalized and will be revealed in the weeks to come.

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