Overview

• Inter Miami snapped a three-game winless stretch by beating CF Montréal 4-2 midweek and downing the Columbus Crew 5-1 at Chase Stadium.
• It was Messi’s 13th career match with multiple goals and multiple assists and his first such performance since October 2022.
• Midfielder Tadeo Allende opened the scoring before Luis Suárez and Fafà Picault added strikes, and goalkeeper Oscar Ustari exited at halftime with an injury.
• Messi will depart for Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers after Saturday’s match, leaving Miami to contest the Club World Cup opener without their talisman.
• Reports indicate the Saudi Pro League has resumed informal talks with Messi about a potential move when his contract expires, though no offer has been confirmed.