Lionel Messi has appeared strong and in prime form in Inter Miami’s first two preseason games of the year. He's expected to play Sunday in Panama.

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano has expressed his delight at the opportunity to coach Lionel Messi and a couple of his former Barcelona teammates at the MLS club.

Inter Miami drew 0–0 with Club Universitario de Deportes in their second preseason match of 2025. Javier Mascherano rolled out a similar starting lineup to the one that played Club America earlier in January outside of Oscar Ustari and Tadeo Allende.

Messi faced plenty of backlash from those in Mexico after mocking their lack of World Cup success compared to Argentina's decorated history. Notably, former "El Tri" international Adolfo "Bofo" Bautista called out the Argentinian for a "lack of professionalism and education."

Lionel Messi's goal celebration during Inter Miami's friendly against Club América sparked significant controversy. Facing relentless jeers from Mexican fans, Messi responded with a provocative gesture referencing Argentina's superior World Cup record.

It's pretty clear Messi and Inter Miami weren't satisfied with how 2024 went. But improving on their one major trophy win in 2025 is far from a guarantee.

The Javier Mascherano Era at Club International de Futbol Miami rolls out its second episode tonight from Lima, Peru. The Herons will play one of the South American nations’ premier sides, Universitario de Deportes, at Estádio Monumental, the Merengues’ home stadium.

Javier Mascherano's Inter Miami coaching debut ended in a penalty shootout victory over Club América. While the friendly match emphasized fitness, the win provided a positive start to his tenure. The match saw a late equalizer and ultimately a 3-2 win on penalties.

Inter Miami continue their 2025 preseason with a trip to Peru to face Club Universitario de Deportes on Wednesday, Jan. 29.

Inter Miami's president of football operations, Raúl Sanllehí is no longer in charge of sporting matters, and has been replaced by the Herons academy director, Guillermo Hoyos, a source confirmed to ESPN.

After kicking off their preseason in Las Vegas with a 2-2 draw against Club America, Inter Miami will now travel to Peru where 80,000 fans are expected to be in attendance to see Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez,

Lionel Messi removed his captain’s armband in the 72nd minute of last night’s game against Universitario. The match brought concern on the rustiness of Messi, Luis Suárez, and other former