Inter Miami, after a strong performance in MLS, are poised to face Atlas in the Leagues Cup with the expectation of continuing their good form. Their five victories in the last six games have highlighted their growth as a team. Despite this success, they have chosen to further strengthen their roster by signing Rodrigo De Paul. With excitement building around his arrival, fans are eager to see if he will make his debut.
The arrival of Javier Mascherano as head coach of Inter Miami has been one of the most significant developments for the team. Under his guidance, they have moved past the defensive uncertainties with Maximiliano Falcon leading the back line alongside to Gonzalo Lujan. Additionally, Mascherano has successfully consolidated a potent attack on the wings with Tadeo Allende and Telasco Segovia leading the charge.
Despite these improvements, Inter Miami have struggled with a lack of depth, which left them exposed throughout the season. This issue was particularly evident in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, where they relied heavily on a consistent starting eleven. In response, they have taken steps to address this, eyeing a former teammate of Lionel Messi and signing Rodrigo De Paul, who many expect to debut against Atlas.
Will Rodrigo De Paul play against Atlas today?
Inter Miami fans are eagerly anticipating Rodrigo De Paul’s debut in the Leagues Cup. Fortunately, the Herons supporters received good news about his status for the match, with the club confirming the Argentine midfielder will start for his new club tonight.
On Wednesday, Inter Miami released a statement announcing that Rodrigo De Paul is eligible for their Leagues Cup debut against Atlas after receiving his P-1 Visa and ITC. His debut was later confirmed in the team’s starting XI.
In previous days, uncertainty surrounded his availability. During a pre-game press conference, head coach Javier Mascherano revealed that De Paul had been training separately due to the absence of his work visa.
That’s part of the past now. De Paul has been officially included on the official League Cup website as part of Inter Miami’s roster. This update has intensified fan excitement regarding his potential debut against Atlas. It remains to be seen whether he plays from the get-go or if he comes off the bench in South Florida.
Which players will be missing for the Inter Miami vs Atlas Leagues Cup game?
Inter Miami are preparing to face Atlas, dealing with notable absences in their lineup. Head coach Javier Mascherano faces challenges as Baltasar Rodriguez and David Ruiz missed recent training sessions, casting doubt on their availability for the game.
Moreover, Ian Fray has been training separately as reported by journalist Jose Armando Rodriguez. For that reason, he might also be sidelined. Despite these setbacks, Mascherano welcomes back star players Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba, both returning from suspension, which provides a significant boost to the roster.