Overview
- Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said Lionel Messi trained separately and is "not ruled out," with a decision to hinge on how he feels before kickoff.
- Messi returned last weekend with 45 minutes against LA Galaxy, scoring and assisting, but Mascherano noted he was not "100% comfortable."
- Tigres completed travel and a workout at the Florida Blue Training Center, and Correa said they will prepare to win despite facing close friends.
- The match is Wednesday, August 20, at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale and will stream on Apple TV via MLS Season Pass.
- The winner will meet the Toluca–Orlando City victor in the Leagues Cup semifinals.