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Messi a Game-Day Decision for Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup Semifinal vs. Orlando City

Victory delivers a berth in the final plus entry to the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup.

Inter Miami players celebrate a goal against Tigres in the Leagues Cup quarterfinal.
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Miami assistant coach Javier Morales said Lionel Messi will 'be in the squad at least' for Inter's Leagues Cup semi-final against Orlando City

Overview

  • Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba completed training on Monday and Tuesday, with assistant coach Javier Morales saying their availability will be determined on match day.
  • Head coach Javier Mascherano is suspended after a quarterfinal red card, so Morales will lead Inter Miami from the sideline.
  • Orlando City has beaten Inter Miami twice this season, 3-0 in May and 4-1 on Aug. 10, underscoring the rivalry’s edge.
  • Kickoff is Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 8:30 p.m. ET at Chase Stadium, with live streaming on Apple TV via MLS Season Pass.
  • Inter Miami plans to announce its starting lineup—and Messi’s status—about an hour before kickoff.