Inter Miami Faces Columbus Crew in Leagues Cup Clash Without Messi

Miami aims to defend its title against the reigning MLS champions despite Messi's ongoing absence due to injury.

Inter Miami will play Columbus Crew in the Leagues Cup Round of 16 on Tuesday.
Lionel Messi remains sidelined with a right ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final.
Columbus Crew is unbeaten in its last five home games and recently defeated Sporting Kansas City 4-0.
Inter Miami narrowly beat Toronto FC 4-3 in the previous round despite playing with 10 men.
The winner of this match will advance to face either Tigres UANL or New York City FC in the quarterfinals.