Lionel Messi and Inter Miami secured a 4-1 win against CF Montreal in their Major League Soccer return on June 5 at the Saputo Stadium.

Ahead of their clash with New England Revolution, Inter Miami 's coach also said: "Even with the best squad in the world, if you give Leo a rest, his absence is noticeable. But this year we've played several games without him, and everyone has stepped up to compensate for his absence.

There was no indication Messi, 38, needed to move any faster, or, at times, even move at all in 2-1 win over Revolution.

Javier Mascherano has made Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami's objective clear after their elimination from the Club World Cup.

Inter Miami has been in talks this week to acquire Atletico Madrid midfielder and Messi’s Argentine World Cup-winning teammate Rodrigo De Paul during this summer’s transfer window, according to multiple reports.

Javier Mascherano makes Lionel Messi promise over 'playing time' in 2025 Rwittika Chakraborty Lionel Messi and Inter Miami secured a 4-1 win against CF Montreal in their Major League Soccer return ...