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Messi and Inter Miami Host Chicago Fire Tonight in MLS

The matchup pairs a playoff-bound Miami with a Chicago side pushing to secure postseason entry.

Overview

  • Kickoff is set for 20:30 (ARG) at Chase Stadium, with streaming on Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass.
  • Inter Miami has clinched the playoffs and sits third in the East with 56 points after a 1-1 draw at Toronto.
  • Lionel Messi is expected to start alongside Luis Suárez, following a game in which Toronto goalkeeper Sean John ended his run of consecutive braces.
  • Chicago is ninth on 48 points and arrives on back-to-back wins, including 2-0 over Columbus and 3-0 against Minnesota United.
  • Recent fixture congestion from Champions Cup, Leagues Cup and Club World Cup commitments has shaped Miami’s rotation and form heading into this match.