Inter Miami has included Lionel Messi in their squad for the upcoming Major League Soccer home game against Colorado Rapids on Saturday night. The 36-year-old star had been sidelined for Miami’s last four matches due to a hamstring strain. However, the club excitedly announced Messi’s return via social media on Friday afternoon, sharing an image of him accompanied by the words: “HE’S BACK”.
Miami also unveiled a 20-man squad roster for the Colorado match, featuring Messi alongside teammates such as Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets. Unfortunately, several players including Robert Taylor, Federico Redondo, Robbie Robinson, Sergii Kryvtsov, Ian Fray, Facundo Farias, and Yannick Bright were listed as injured.
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Messi’s absence has been felt by Miami, as they struggled, losing four and drawing one of the five games played without him this season. In contrast, the team has remained undefeated in the five matches in which Messi has participated, highlighting his significant impact on the squad.
