Messi made his injury return, scoring a game-deciding goal in the 84th minute, Jordi Alba (43’) and Luis Suarez (89’) also scored goals, and Inter Miami beat the defending MLS Cup champion L.A. Galaxy 3-1 at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Inter Miami CF are reportedly interested in signing an Argentine player, with Lionel Messi said to be personally involved in trying to make the move happen. After securing a spot in the Leagues Cup semifinals with a win over Tigres UANL,

Inter Miami will host the LA Galaxy at Chase Stadium on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET/ 4:30 p.m. PT. Inter Miami is 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 12–5–6 (points 42) and Galaxy is at the bottom of the Western Conference with a record of 3–15–7 heading into the weekend.

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano continued to instruct from the stands after his ejection, including appearing to make a call to an assistant.