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Messi Starts: Inter Miami Kicks Off MLS Season Against LAFC
February 22, 2026 09:55 • UTC+5 (Ashgabat) • 17 views

Lionel Messi confirmed in the starting XI for the MLS season opener, with Luis Suárez starting as a substitute.
Lionel Messi is set to lead the charge as Inter Miami faces Los Angeles in their MLS regular season opener. The "Herons" captain will be in the starting lineup, while star teammate Luis Suárez begins the match on the bench. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled for February 22 at 07:30 Ashgabat time. Fans worldwide are eager to see if Messi can spark a winning start for Miami this year.