Overview
- Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami training on Wednesday, July 29, after spending post‑World Cup downtime in Rosario with his family.
- MLS formally excused Messi from the July 29 All‑Star Game under a pre‑season agreement that honors FIFA and FIFPRO’s 21‑day rest window for World Cup finalists.
- Inter Miami’s medical staff are treating Messi’s return cautiously and expect him to be unlikely for the club’s August 1 match against Columbus Crew.
- Club and media reports say he is being prepared to be available for Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup opener on August 5, though a reporter’s claim that he will be “100%” for that game remains unconfirmed by the club.
- The squad also gained immediate reinforcements with German Berterame’s medical clearance and goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair’s return, easing short‑term depth concerns while Messi completes his reintroduction.