Last night, Inter Miami endured a humiliating 4-1 defeat against the Chicago Fire. Although the Florida-based club’s fans were upset with the shocking scoreline, they received a massive update on Lionel Messi from Tata Martino. Being asked the same question repeatedly can be frustrating, but what truly annoys Tata Martino is continually providing updates to rival fans.

The absence of Lionel Messi continues to hurt the Herons, as their playoff hopes also hang in balance. Despite three games remaining, the chances of making the playoffs are very slim.

Tata Martino frustrated over giving updates to rival fans about Lionel Messi

Oftentimes, it is music to the ears of a rival team when they find out that the team they are facing doesn’t have their star player available. However, in a surprising turn of events, in this case, the absence of the standout player has become a matter of concern for rival fans. Apparently, Lionel Messi’s absence is unsettling a few rival fans, who are even asking for an update.

But this has left Miami boss Tata Martino very annoyed. Following the defeat in Chicago, Miami Herald writer Michelle Kaufman shared Martino’s frustrations. He said, “I find it very strange that a coach has to explain to rival fans why the best player in the world can’t play”.

“It’s only because it’s him and we’re in the United States. Everywhere else, rival fans would be relieved that the best player in the world was not there.”

Certainly, it is quite evident that Tata Martino is bewildered by rival fans enquiring about Lionel Messi. However, given La Pulga’s fandom in the country, there’s nothing the former River Plate coach can really do. Nevertheless, fans must be happy now as the World Cup player is nearing his return to the soccer pitch.

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Inter Miami’s #10 is close to making a return

After Chicago’s defeat, Tata Martino gave a relief update on Lionel Messi’s injury. As per journalist José Armando, Martino said, “Lio is closer to playing again. We will evaluate tomorrow and Friday to see if he is fit”. This means that we may finally get to see the Argentine World Cup winner on the pitch against Cincinnati on October 8.

Inter Miami hasn’t won a single game since Lionel Messi left the pitch during the Toronto clash. David Beckham‘s soccer franchise even lost the prestigious Lamar Hunt US Open Cup against Houston Dynamo. Moreover, poor results in the MLS have likely diminished their chances to qualify for playoffs. It remains to be seen how the Herons manage to get back up from this slump of form.

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