On Tuesday, Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets began working with their new teammates from Inter Miami. The two ex-Barca players were spotted participating in their first full practice with the MLS team.
Inter Miami made a spectacular announcement about the signings of seven-time Balon d’Or winner Lionel Messi and his former Barcelona colleague Sergio Busquets. World Cup-winning captain of Argentina, Messi, joined the David Beckham-owned Inter Miami. Busquets leaves his favorite Catalan team and joins the MLS team.
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Since Messi’s transfer from Barcelona to PSG several years ago, the pair haven’t spoken for a few years. During their first training session on the American side, they were seen to be in excellent spirits.
Miami, is positioned at the bottom of the rankings in the 29-team MLS. They are set to confront Cruz Azul, in the inaugural match of the Leagues Cup. This tournament-style competition showcases the premier teams from both the MLS and Mexico’s Liga MX.
The participation of Messi and Busquets, whether as starters or as potential substitute appearances, remains uncertain.
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In contrast to the majority of European leagues, the MLS season commences in late February and concludes at the end of October. It is followed by the playoffs and culminating in the championship game, the MLS Cup. It is scheduled for December 9.
Miami has not been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. Despite occupying the lowest position in the Eastern Conference and possessing the league’s poorest record. However, a monumental impact from both former Barcelona stars would be required to overturn their season’s fortunes.
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