Overview
- Lionel Messi rejoined Inter Miami training on Wednesday, July 29, but coach Guillermo Hoyos said the team has not yet decided if he will play in Saturday’s match against Columbus.
- Casemiro was officially unveiled by Inter Miami after making his debut in a 1-0 win over CF Montréal and said he joined primarily to play alongside Messi.
- Major League Soccer confirmed it is investigating a potential tampering case tied to Casemiro’s signing and said Inter Miami and LA Galaxy reached a settlement on discovery priority rights with terms to be released after the probe concludes.
- Inter Miami co‑owner Jorge Mas publicly defended the club’s conduct, saying Miami contacted MLS and the Galaxy before any talks with Casemiro’s representatives and that the club followed league rules.
- Cristiano Ronaldo has remained away from Al‑Nassr’s preseason while coach Ange Postecoglou has given internationals extended rest and is monitoring their conditioning remotely, illustrating contrasting post‑World Cup plans that affect player workload and team preparation.