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4d ago

Lionel Messi Set to Play in Sold-Out Bay Area Return Against San Jose Earthquakes

Messi, healthy and in scoring form, is expected to start tonight in his first Bay Area match since 2009, as Inter Miami seeks to rebound from recent struggles.

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Overview

  • Lionel Messi is healthy, rested, and expected to start for Inter Miami against the San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal Park tonight at 7:30 p.m. PT.
  • This marks Messi’s first appearance in the Bay Area since 2009, generating significant fan excitement and sold-out ticket sales, with resale prices exceeding $600.
  • Messi has scored in each of his last two matches, but Inter Miami has lost four of its last five games, heightening pressure on the Argentine star to deliver a strong performance.
  • Luis Suárez will not play due to personal reasons, while Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets are available to feature alongside Messi.
  • The match is part of MLS’s growing visibility, with fans able to watch via MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.