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Columbus Crew faces Inter Miami with Messi's status uncertain

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Columbus Crew faces Inter Miami with Messi's status uncertain

Summary

Columbus Crew meets Inter Miami on August 1 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Crew, after a recent win against FC Cincinnati, is in 11th place in the Eastern Conference with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five matches. Inter Miami currently holds second place, having won five consecutive matches. Three Crew players received fines due to conduct during the Cincinnati match, while Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi returned to practice but remains in a voluntary rest period following the World Cup. Fans are uncertain whether Messi will play in tonight's match.

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Status Watch

•The match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET.
•Crew players fined after scuffle in the Cincinnati match.
•Miami enters with five consecutive wins.
•Messi is back in training but unclear if he will play.
•Columbus previously defeated Miami in their recent encounters.

Latest Updates

9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami live updates, Lionel Messi availability
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