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Lionel Messi finally returns, Inter Miami vs FC Cincinnati lineups

Inter Miami plays a huge final against Cincinatti today.

By William Estrella

Lionel Messi with a Inter Miami jersey and Gerardo Martino smiles during a press conference.
Lionel Messi with a Inter Miami jersey and Gerardo Martino smiles during a press conference.

Inter Miami does not rest, despite having played 3 days ago, now David Beckham's club finds itself with the most important game, or one of the most important. Inter Miami fell 4-1 against Chicago Fire, a defeat that greatly complicated qualification for the Playoffs, however, it is still possible, and in addition, Messi could return today in Cincinnati vs Inter Miami.

Without the Argentinian, the Florida team went four games without a win and now depends on a miracle to reach the Playoffs. If he does not qualify, Messi could face a long inactivity and there is already talk of a possible loan so that he does not lose rhythm, just as happened with David Beckham or Thierry Henry. Given this panorama, the most excited to be able to count on Lionel are Barcelona and Newell's.

Now, regardless of this, Inter must do their thing and continue winning to aspire to get into the post-season. To do this, they will seek to repeat what was done in the semifinals of the US Open Cup, an instance in which they eliminated FC Cincinnati on penalties after achieving an agonizing draw. That day, Messi scored two assists and Miami's team scored against a team that is pushing hard to win the MLS trophy this year. The lineups for FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami CF are here and you can follow the live match here.

Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati lineups for the MLS

Although the coaching staff will wait until the last minute to decide if Lionel starts, Gerardo Martino's eleven is made up of Drake Callender in goal; DeAndre Yedlin, Tomás Avilés, Kamal Miller, Noah Allen or Jordi Alba in defense. Dixon Arroyo, Sergio Busquets, Benjamín Cremaschi for the midfield; and Josef Martínez, Lionel Messi and Facundo Farías up front. Can Leo lead his team to victory at the TQL Stadium before joining the Argentine National Team?


William Estrella

William Estrella

I'm a Mexican sports journalist with more than 8 years of experience, especially in digital media. I cover breaking news and investigative articles on current soccer events worldwide. I currently write for El Futbolero USA. Previously, I worked as a radio announcer in my country, covering Mexican soccer.

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