As Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez join forces once again, this time for Inter Miami, the anticipation builds ahead of a demanding preseason schedule for the MLS team. The images and videos from their initial training session together evoke memories of their successful partnership at FC Barcelona.

Inter Miami is gearing up for a series of seven friendly matches, showcasing the team’s prowess against diverse opponents. The schedule includes clashes with El Salvador, FC Dallas, Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, the Hong Kong national team, and Vissel Kobe in Japan. A particularly sentimental moment is reserved for a match against Messi’s childhood club, Newell’s Old Boys, in Miami.

The culmination of this intensive preseason will be the MLS season opener against Real Salt Lake on February 21. Alongside regular league fixtures, Inter Miami is set to participate in competitions such as the Leagues Cup and the US Open Cup, promising an action-packed season.

However, Lionel Messi’s participation in the Copa America during June and July adds a layer of complexity to the team’s planning. The superstar’s absence during this period will require strategic adjustments in the lineup, impacting key matches against opponents like the Columbus Crew and Nashville SC.

Despite this challenge, Messi’s commitment to Inter Miami reflects a dedication to contributing to the team’s success across various competitions and tournaments throughout the year.