It’s a top-line question for MLS fans: Will Lionel Messi visit my city as part of Inter Miami CF's 2024 schedule?
If your local club isn't listed below, or an MLS-inspired vacation isn't in the cards, MLS Season Pass on Apple TV has all the action.
MATCH | WHEN | WHERE |
|---|---|---|
LA Galaxy vs. Inter Miami CF | Sunday, Feb. 25 | 8:30 pm ET | Dignity Health Sports Park |
D.C. United vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, March 16 | 2:00 pm ET | Audi Field |
New York Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, March 23 | 2:00 pm ET | Red Bull Arena |
Sporting Kansas City vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, April 13 | 8:30 pm ET | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium |
New England Revolution vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, April 27 | 7:30 pm ET | Gillette Stadium |
CF Montréal vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, May 11 | 7:30 pm ET | Stade Saputo |
Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami CF | Wednesday, May 15 | 7:30 pm ET | Exploria Stadium |
Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Inter Miami FC | Saturday, May 25 | Time TBA | BC Place |
Philadelphia Union vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, June 15 | 7:30 pm ET | Subaru Park |
Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, June 29 | 8:30 pm ET | GEODIS Park |
Charlotte FC vs. Inter Miami CF | Wednesday, July 3 | 7:30 pm ET | Bank of America Stadium |
FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, July 6 | 7:30 pm ET | TQL Stadium |
Chicago Fire FC vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 8:30 pm ET | Soldier Field |
Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami CF | Wedneday, Sept. 18 | 7:30 pm ET | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
New York City FC vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, Sept. 21 | Time TBA | Yankee Stadium |
Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami CF | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 7:30 pm ET | Lower.com Field |
Toronto FC vs. Inter Miami CF | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 7:30 pm ET | BMO Field |
Schedule highlights
Messi and Miami will visit 14 Eastern Conference teams and three Western Conference teams in league action, beginning with a marquee showdown at the LA Galaxy on MLS is Back Weekend (Feb. 25).
Five additional stops follow before they visit Florida rivals Orlando City SC on May 15, then a rematch of their epic 2023 Leagues Cup final victory over Nashville SC is set for June 29.
Supporters' Shield holders FC Cincinnati welcome the Herons on July 6, and reigning MLS Cup champions Columbus Crew host Tata Martino's team on Oct 2.
Additionally, Messi and Co. will visit all three Canadian-based MLS clubs: CF Montréal (May 11), Vancouver Whitecaps FC (May 25) and Toronto FC (Oct. 5).
Messi in 2024
After joining Inter Miami last July, Messi captivated the North American soccer landscape and brought a global spotlight to MLS. He, alongside fellow Barça alums Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, helped fuel a 2023 Leagues Cup championship – the first title in Inter Miami's history.
Messi's first year in MLS was capped by Noche d'Or, a ceremonial friendly recognizing his world-record eighth Ballon d'Or title. At the time, the World Cup winner stated: "Next year will be much better. We’re going to keep on having fun, keep on winning titles."
It all creates eagerness and excitement for 2024, as the GOAT and his teammates aim to compete for titles on multiple fronts – including the Concacaf Champions Cup. And there are international ambitions on the No. 10's mind, as he'll look to help Argentina defend their Copa América title.
