Lionel Messi will return to New Jersey on October 24, 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Lionel Messi is currently on a break after Argentina's recent World Cup Final loss to Spain. He is recovering in Rosario, Argentina, and is expected to miss upcoming matches with Inter Miami, including against CF Montréal and the MLS All-Star match. Messi's return to Inter Miami is estimated for mid-August, but he is confirmed to play against the New York Red Bulls in New Jersey on October 24, 2026.
- •Messi's break follows Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup Final.
- •He is expected to miss matches against CF Montréal and the MLS All-Star match.
- •Messi's return to Inter Miami is projected for mid-August.
- •He will return to play in New Jersey against the Red Bulls on October 24, 2026.
- •Messi's contract with Inter Miami is valid until December 2028.
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"Lionel Messi is taking a in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina. His return to Inter Miami is highly anticipated.
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