” David Beckham has set a goal for Inter Miami to win the MLS Cup. Therefore, he really needs the club’s two top players, Messi and Suarez, to be in perfect condition and at their best when the playoffs take place from the end of October. The team’s leadership and coach Tata Martino are not in a hurry to urge Messi to return from injury. They are being patient despite the impatience from fans, because the remaining goal in the 2024 season is very important,” the Miami Herald (USA) reported on August 21.
Messi given special permission to rest and fully recover from injury
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He, his close friend Suarez and his family just had another summer vacation together.
Suarez/Instagram
“Inter Miami will have an early playoff spot if they beat FC Cincinnati. In case of defeat, they still have 8 games left to achieve their goal. Therefore, at this stage, Messi and Suarez almost do not need to play continuously. The remaining force of Inter Miami is still strong enough to ensure a playoff spot and the ability to win the MLS Eastern region championship, as well as win the Supporters’ Shield title (for the team with the best performance in the MLS scoring round)”, the Miami Herald emphasized.
Inter Miami currently has 53 points after 25 matches, leading the MLS Eastern Conference standings, five points ahead of second-place FC Cincinnati, before the two teams meet in the next round on August 25.
Messi and Suarez were seen having a short vacation together in Miami this week. Photos posted by Suarez on his Instagram account show the Argentine star and his wife enjoying the vacation with their close friend’s family.
At this time, coach Scaloni also announced the list of Argentina’s team to play the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in September, without Messi and 5 other Copa America champions. Showing that the parties have decided to let this 37-year-old star continue to rest and fully recover from his injury.
Inter Miami players practice without Messi returning
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“Messi is focusing on strengthening the affected muscles and recovering mobility in his ankle after a long period of not training. He remains calm and understands that he needs to be patient until he fully recovers; that’s why Messi strictly follows the treatment process and enjoys his free time with his family,” shared journalist Hernan Claus of Diario Ole (Argentina).
At this time, Inter Miami Club President, Mr. David Beckham, often comes to encourage the players when Messi is absent.
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“Inter Miami and Argentina coach Scaloni both agree that Messi needs to be managed carefully, due to his age and the simple ankle ligament injury that can become serious if not fully recovered.
Messi will start intensive training from the end of August, before returning from September and possibly playing a few minutes in the match between Inter Miami and Chicago Fire FC on September 1. Messi’s goal is to fully return from the match against Philadelphia Union on September 15. Thereby, gradually helping this famous player regain his best form from the end of October when the MLS Cup playoff round begins,” Hernan Claus added.
