Despite physical setbacks, Suarez’s drive remains strong, fueled by a shared dream with Messi to retire together.

The knockout rounds of the 2025 Leagues Cup get underway with a mouthwatering clash between Inter Miami and Tigres.

After announcing the departure of Drake Callender, Lionel Messi could soon see his Inter Miami squad boosted by a young star from his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal against Los Angeles Galaxy in the second half of their MLS match at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner [email protected]

The fact that Inter Miami has lifted both the Supporters’ Shield and the Leagues Cup since Messi’s arrival tells you almost everything you need to know about his impact. Before the Argentine joined, the club—founded in 2018—had never won a single piece of silverware.

Inter Miami announced the departure of one of their stars to another Major League Soccer team, leaving Lionel Messi without a key teammate. On Tuesday, Inter Miami confirmed that one of the club’s most important players has left the organization to join another Major League Soccer team.

Drake Callender - MIA receive: Up to $825k GAM, sell-on fee Charlotte FC have acquired goalkeeper Drake Callender from Inter Miami CF, the clubs announced Tuesday.

Messi made his injury return, scoring a game-deciding goal in the 84th minute, Jordi Alba (43’) and Luis Suarez (89’) also scored goals, and Inter Miami beat the defending MLS Cup champion L.A. Galaxy 3-1 at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Inter Miami picked up a 3–1 win over the LA Galaxy on Saturday night, but not everything is going well for the Herons.