Inter Miami excelled in the Major League Soccer regular season, winning the Supporters’ Shield by sweeping the Eastern Conference and setting a league record for points. The team, packed with talent across all positions, is led by Lionel Messi, who has made his ambitions for this year.
“I’m really looking forward to these Playoffs and winning the MLS,” Messi said confidently in an interview with journalist Fabrizio Romano. While he acknowledged the difficulty and significance of their regular-season points record, he clarified that the team’s true focus lies ahead: “We know the title we want is the MLS Cup, and we’re ready to fight for it with full focus on the Playoffs.”
When asked about Inter Miami’s chances of claiming the MLS Cup for the first time, Messi didn’t shy away from the responsibility. “We are one of the favorites,” he admitted, but added, “There are tough teams out there that will be difficult opponents; they won’t hand us anything.”
The sky’s the limit for Inter Miami
Lionel Messi also spoke about the ambitious mindset driving Inter Miami’s growth, a philosophy that aligns with his own professional goals. “The club doesn’t set limits—that’s their philosophy, to always want more,” he explained.
Leo shared a bold vision for the Herons’ future, expressing his belief in their potential. “To keep growing, to become a major force in MLS—and why not, globally,” he predicted, setting lofty aspirations not only for Inter Miami but for any team in the league.
Inter Miami’s global stage
The Club World Cup 2025 will be an ideal platform to showcase Inter Miami’s growth on an international level. This tournament, organized by FIFA and set to take place in the United States, will bring together elite clubs from each continent in a World Cup-style format.
Inter Miami secured their spot as the U.S. representative by clinching the Supporters’ Shield, giving them the opportunity to face world-class teams like Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain . Messi’s leadership, alongside seasoned stars like Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba , will be instrumental as the Herons aim to make a strong showing on the global stage.