Inter Miami hints at Messi possibly playing vs. FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati entered the match having clinched the Supporters Shield and with it homefield advantage throughout the MLS Cup playoffs. Inter Miami FC and MLS Cup playoff hopeful Inter Miami CF (9-16-6) have hinted that Lionel Messi could play against FC Cincinnati in the upcoming match. A social media post on Friday night by Inter Miami indicated that Messi will play after missing the last four matches through injury, and a picture of Messi was posted on "X" with a message saying "see you tomorrow." Most local media members are interpreting the post as Messi will be playing, too, and they would know best. None starting lineups are expected at about 6:45 p.m.
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A social media post on "X" Friday night by Inter Miami featured a picture of star Lionel Messi and said: "Nos vemos mañana," which translates to "see you tomorrow." So, that's a good indication from the team itself that Messi will play after missing the last four matches through injury.
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It's an important match for Messi to show something as Miami is on the cusp of being eliminated from contention for Major League Soccer's postseason. He was also called into Argentina national team camp next week, and will want to show he's physically fit ahead of the defending FIFA World Cup champions' qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup.
Most local media members are interpreting the social media post as Messi will play against FC Cincinnati, too, and they would know best.
• None Starting lineups are expected at about 6:45 p.m.
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