Inter Miami CF assistant coach Javier Morales has confirmed that Argentine forward Lionel Messi is expected to feature in the upcoming match against Sporting Kansas City on Saturday. Despite playing the full 90 minutes in their recent Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series, Miami was ultimately eliminated from the competition. However, Morales expressed optimism about Messi’s availability for the upcoming league game, stating that if he feels fine, he will be ready to play.
The highly anticipated match between Inter Miami CF and Sporting Kansas City is set to take place at the GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, with a record-breaking crowd of 70,000 fans expected to attend. This would surpass Sporting KC’s current attendance record of 52,424 fans, set during a friendly match against Manchester United in 2010. The atmosphere is expected to be electric as fans flock to witness Messi in action.
Following their elimination from the Concacaf Champions Cup, Inter Miami CF will now shift their focus to league action. Currently sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference table with 12 points from eight games, Miami is determined to continue their strong performance in the league. The team’s assistant coach emphasized the importance of winning every game and maintaining a competitive spirit throughout the season.
The matchup between Sporting Kansas City and Inter Miami CF is a historic one, with the two clubs facing each other for only the second time. In their inaugural meeting in 2023, Miami emerged victorious with a 3-2 win, showcasing their attacking prowess. As they prepare to face off once again, both teams are gearing up for a thrilling encounter that is sure to captivate fans on both sides.
The anticipation for Lionel Messi’s appearance in front of a record-breaking crowd at GEHA Field is reaching a fever pitch. With the star forward expected to play a key role in the upcoming match against Sporting Kansas City, fans and players alike are looking forward to an exciting showdown on the pitch. As Inter Miami CF aims to continue their success in the league, all eyes will be on Messi as he takes the field in front of thousands of passionate supporters.