Is Lionel Messi Playing Against Cavalier? Latest Updates and Match Preview
Inter Miami is set to take on Cavalier FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16, but the big question on everyone's mind is: will Lionel Messi be playing? The Argentine superstar, who has been in fine form recently, was surprisingly left out of Miami’s last MLS match against Houston. And now, ahead of this crucial cup tie, uncertainty looms over his availability once again.
Javier Mascherano, Miami's head coach, confirmed that Messi has been training with the team and is not dealing with any injuries. However, the club appears to be managing his minutes carefully this early in the season. At 37 years old, Messi’s workload is being monitored closely, and given Miami's strong position in the competition, it wouldn’t be a shock if he either started on the bench or was left out entirely. The team also has a league match against Charlotte FC coming up, which might factor into the decision.
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Miami’s confirmed lineup for the match does not include Messi, meaning the team will have to rely on Luis Suárez and other key players to step up. The squad for the game features Ustari in goal, a defense consisting of Fray, Falcon, Martinez, and Alba, with a midfield trio of Redondo, Busquets, and Cremaschi. Up front, Segovia, Allende, and Suárez will lead the attack.
Cavalier FC, on the other hand, is coming into this match as the underdog. The Jamaican side made history by reaching the Round of 16 for the first time, and despite a challenging domestic season, they have shown they can compete at a high level. Their star players, including top scorer Shaquille Stein and attacking midfielder Dwayne Atkinson, will be looking to make an impact and cause an upset against a star-studded Miami side.
With or without Messi, Inter Miami is expected to be the favorite in this clash. Their last Champions Cup appearance saw them eliminate Sporting Kansas City, and they will be looking to build on that momentum. Cavalier, however, has nothing to lose and will be eager to put up a fight.
Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET at Chase Stadium in Florida. Fans will be watching closely to see if Messi makes an appearance, but for now, his absence adds another layer of intrigue to this highly anticipated match.
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