Overview

• The match kicks off Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET at Citi Field, available on Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass.
• Lionel Messi enters with 22 goals and 10 assists for Miami after scoring twice against D.C. United.
• NYCFC are reported unbeaten at Citi Field this year with three wins without conceding and have never lost a competitive home match to Miami.
• BetMGM lists NYCFC +125, Miami +176 and Draw +279 with a 3.5-goal total, indicating a closely priced matchup.
• Previews note Sergio Busquets plans to retire after the season, Telasco Segovia is suspended for Miami, and Luis Suárez is available after suspension.