Messi remains the reference point in the world of soccer. He's the star at Inter Miami and keeps dazzling everyone with his quality. This season, he's already scored 15 goals and provided 6 assists in 20 matches, showing that he still has plenty left in the tank.
Messi's main goal is to arrive in good shape for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States. He's become the face of soccer in the American country. He could be the biggest draw possible for the world's greatest soccer celebration.
However, before the major international event, Messi and Inter Miami will have a commitment. They will have to play in the innovative Club World Cup, which brings together the best teams in the world. Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern, City, or Chelsea will meet this summer to compete for the title.
Messi receives a hard blow before Club World Cup
Several days ago, Inter Miami defeated Montreal 4-2 thanks to Messi's good attitude. With this victory, Javier Mascherano's side are back in the domestic competition, showing a fearsome attacking version that excites their fans. However, not everything was celebration at Chase Stadium, and the latest news directly affects their participation in Club World Cup.
Inter Miami have fallen into the group formed by Palmeiras, Porto, and Al Ahly. However, Messi's team will have to do it without Jordi Alba, who has suffered an injury. The legendary full-back keeps working hard in MLS and is playing at a high level, but he's suffered some very concerning physical discomfort.
Concern settled in the locker room after the final whistle due to the injury to Jordi Alba in the 30th minute. He left the field with physical discomfort, setting off alarms just days before Inter Miami's debut in Club World Cup. The '18' is essential to the team's play, and the club knows they'll suffer his absence.
In any case, with or without Jordi Alba, the innovative international tournament is one of the main goals of the season for Inter Miami. In Jordi Alba's case, his injury has caused particular concern, since he's one of the pillars and a reference point due to his experience in international competitions. Messi knows that without his partner, the team's chances drop sharply, but he'll do whatever it takes to try to go as far as possible and show his enormous talent.