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Messi Poised for Inter Miami Squad Return Ahead of Galaxy Clash

Coaching staff plan to limit his playing time to safeguard readiness for the upcoming Leagues Cup quarterfinal with Tigres.

Lionel Messi Inter Miami
Jul 30, 2025; Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) assists defender Marcelo Weigandt (57) against Atlas FC during the second half of a group stage Leagues Cup match at Chase Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • After sustaining a right-leg muscle injury on August 2 against Necaxa, Messi returned to full-team training on Wednesday.
  • Coach Javier Mascherano confirmed Messi is expected to be part of the squad for Saturday’s MLS match against the LA Galaxy.
  • Playing time will be carefully managed in the Galaxy match to protect Messi’s fitness for the Leagues Cup quarterfinal with Tigres on August 20.
  • Rodrigo De Paul rejoined training this week following brief visa-related travel and is available for selection in the upcoming game.
  • Inter Miami sold midfielder Federico Redondo to Elche and is processing goalkeeper Drake Callender’s transfer while eyeing defensive reinforcements like Gonzalo Piovi.