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Messi Gears Up for New Season in Peru
25 Jan
Summary
- Inter Miami starts 2026 preseason in South America.
- Lionel Messi expected to play first game of 2026.
- New signings include Goalkeeper of the Year Dayne St. Clair.
Inter Miami is set to commence its 2026 preseason campaign with a demanding three-match tour across South America. The defending MLS Cup champions will face Alianza Lima in Lima, Peru, on Saturday, January 24th. This match is expected to mark Lionel Messi's first appearance of the calendar year.
The team has reinforced its squad during the offseason, acquiring Goalkeeper of the Year Dayne St. Clair, fullback Sergio Reguilón, and center back Micael. Manager Javier Mascherano plans to utilize a rotated squad for the initial fixture.
Following their encounter with Alianza Lima, Inter Miami will travel to Medellín, Colombia, to play Atlético Nacional on January 31st. The tour concludes against Barcelona SC in Guayaquil, Ecuador. The club has also hinted at a potential Asian tour later in the preseason.
