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Messi's Miami Eyes 2026 World Cup Prep
12 Dec
Summary
- Inter Miami won the 2025 MLS Cup and now targets Concacaf Champions Cup.
- Stars like Messi and De Paul will prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
- Alba and Busquets retire; Reguilon and Werner rumored as replacements.
Inter Miami has achieved a landmark 2025 season, securing the Eastern Conference championship and ultimately winning the MLS Cup against the Vancouver Whitecaps. The club is not resting on its laurels and is already planning for future challenges, including a campaign in the Concacaf Champions Cup and preparing its stars for the 2026 World Cup. The team's preseason will feature matches in Latin America.
Key figures such as Lionel Messi, Rodrigo De Paul, and Luis Suarez are expected to participate in this preseason tour, generating significant excitement among Latin American fans. This tour serves as crucial preparation for Inter Miami's objectives in 2026. The MLS season is scheduled to commence on February 21, with the Herons beginning their title defense on the road against LAFC.
Looking ahead to the 2026 season, Inter Miami will navigate the departures of veterans Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, who have announced their retirement. The club is actively pursuing new talent, with Sergio Reguilon rumored to join as Alba's replacement and speculation surrounding Timo Werner. These potential acquisitions aim to bolster the squad as Inter Miami aims to maintain its dominance and succeed in the Concacaf Champions Cup.
