Marca reported that Lionel Messi has left Argentina to head back to Florida and join Inter Miami on January 8 for the upcoming season. After spending the Christmas break with his family in Rosario, Messi is now gearing up for what looks to be a busy year ahead. With domestic and international commitments on the horizon, it’s shaping up to be an eventful season for the 2022 World Cup champion. His last game was on November 21 for Argentina in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Brazil, which ended in a 1-0 victory for Messi’s team.
It is being reported that Messi has made his way back to Inter Miami to kick off preparations for the upcoming season. Looking ahead to 2024, Messi’s schedule includes participating in 6 friendly matches with his team, with standout games against Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia and a special reunion with his childhood club, Newell’s Old Boys.
Next up is the exciting MLS season, where Messi will lead Inter Miami in their first match against Real Salt Lake on February 21st. Along with MLS, Messi is set to take part in various tournaments like the CONCACAF Champions League, MLS Cup, and Leagues Cup. His aim is to achieve success by adding more titles to his already impressive resume. For the national team, Messi will be involved in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers for South America and the Copa America 2024 tournament. The Albiceleste will be looking to defend their title with Messi leading the way. Despite transitioning to a new phase in his career and leaving Europe, Messi remains a crucial player for his teams. This year holds the promise of more victories and titles for El Pulga as he continues to shine on the field.
