Lionel Messi is expected to play as Inter Miami faces Sporting San Miguelito in Panama City, Panama at 5 p.m. ET. Here's what you need to know.

Inter Miami continues its squad restructuring plan by targeting players under 30 who can add both quality and long-term value to Lionel Messi's team. As part of this strategy, the club has strengthened its defense with a standout performer from the Copa Libertadores.

A year-and-a-half after signing Argentine superstar Lionel Messi on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Inter Miami find themselves ranked second in Sportico’s 2025 MLS Franchise Valuation Rankings from third last year,

Inter Miami appointed one of Lionel Messi's most influential coaches as the new man overseeing sporting matters.

The preseason match, which kicks off at 5 p.m., is the third in the club’s Americas Tour, which also includes a game against Olimpia in Honduras next Saturday. Miami won its first two preseason games in penalty kick shootouts against Mexican team Club America and Universitario of Peru.

MLS Franchise Valuation Rankings saw Inter Miami rise in the standings as Lionel Messi's impact continues to be felt across Major League Soccer.