<p>The Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinal series between <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> and <strong>Monterrey</strong> is amidst tremendous controversy. Following the first leg match at Chase Stadium, numerous reports indicated that <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong>, Jordi Alba and <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> confronted referee <strong>Walter Lopez</strong> and Rayados’ coach, <strong>Fernando Ortiz</strong>.</p>



<p>Although Inter Miami have downplayed the situation, the reality is that the pressure is at its peak with a 2-1 disadvantage heading into the second leg match in <strong>Mexico</strong>. Additionally, <strong>The Herons</strong> felt affected by the refereeing, following the red card shown to young <strong>David Ruiz</strong>.</p>



<p>For Messi and the coaching staff of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong>, Ortiz predisposed the official with his previous statements before the game, in which he indicated that the refereeing could lean in favor of the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong> team.</p>



<p>Now, one of the most recognized journalists in Mexico has provided more details about what happened, and if the case is taken up by Concacaf, a star player could face serious consequences.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/28082913/lionelmessi-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-101787" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi didn’t play in the first leg against Monterrey (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Jordi Alba confronted Monterrey executive</h2>



<p>According to information from Heriberto Murrieta of ESPN, <strong>Jordi Alba</strong> grabbed the neck of Monterrey’s president, <strong>Jose Antonio Noriega</strong>, as part of the confrontation that occurred at the end of the match in Miami.</p>


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<p><em>“I have tried to find out what happened in Miami, which was really very aggressive on the part of the Miami players. They didn’t know how to lose. They complained to the referee and to Tano Ortiz for that statement prior to the match. It ends up becoming a very heated and very violent episode. Jordi Alba grabs Tato Noriega by the neck, which is physical violence.”</em></p>


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<p>Murrieta confirmed that <strong>Monterrey</strong> have already lodged a protest with <strong>Concacaf</strong>, hoping for exemplary sanctions against <strong>Jordi Alba</strong>. However, the organization has not yet commented on the matter.</p>



<p>In fact, during an interview with TUDN, Noriega hinted the episode indeed occurred. <em>“No, it’s not the time to talk about that because there must be a report and an investigation. I’m not here to deny that things happened, but at another time, we’ll give details, and we’ll be waiting for the report from the corresponding authorities to then establish our position.”</em></p>


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Report: Inter Miami star had a physical confrontation with Monterrey executive

The money that Messi's bodyguard makes for taking care of Leo, Antonela and the Argentine's family

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<p>For MLS,<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a>,</strong> and soccer fans in general it seems like a dog’s age since <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Lionel Messi</strong> </a>played a match in an Inter Miami jersey. The Argentine’s numbers when on the field are something to bet your house on, between MLS league play and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Concacaf Champions Cup</a>, Messi has 5 goals in 5 games.</p>



<p>Since then, his nagging muscle injury has kept him out of 5 matches for his club, and 2 for country. In that time period Inter Miami, despite its other star power has a woeful, 1-3-1 record, Tata Martino’s side has huge difficulty winning when Messi is not on the field.</p>



<p>Now against the .500 (2-2-2) <strong>Colorado Rapids</strong> who are seventh in the MLS West, assistant coach Javi Morales provided an uninspiring update on the Argentine who could miss his sixth match in a row.</p>



<h2>Update on Lionel Messi vs. Rapids</h2>


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<p>Morales indicated, “<em>(Messi) trains every day, he takes the field, trains with the physical trainers, depending on how he feels, he trains with the group, lately he’s been training in a lot of sessions</em>.”</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">Javi Morales sobre Lionel Messi y su volumen de trabajo:<br><br>"Últimamente está participando mucho de los entrenamientos"<br><br>Todo depende de cómo se siente.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/InterMiamiCF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#InterMiamiCF</a> <a href="https://t.co/vTMmMQPkqp">pic.twitter.com/vTMmMQPkqp</a></p>— José Armando (@Jarm21) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jarm21/status/1776240025396502832?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 5, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>All signs point to Messi being absent once again for his club in what is a must win game for Inter Miami to not lose ground in the MLS East where they are second with 11 points with a 3-2-2 record.</p>



<h2>Colorado Rapids</h2>



<p>The Colorado Rapids on the other hand are 2-2-2 for the season and last week defeated LAFC 3-2 in a huge win, before that the inconsistent Rapids were defeated by the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the last two match days.</p>


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<p>The Rapids have restructured themselves under Chris Armas, the club has relied on Americans who had a difficult time adjusting to European soccer with the returns of <strong>Sam Vines, Djordje Mihailovic, and Zack Steffen.</strong></p>


Javi Morales updates on Lionel Messi’s status against Colorado Rapids

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> are in big trouble after losing 2-1 against <strong>Monterrey</strong> in the first leg of the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong> quarterfinals. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> couldn’t play at Chase Stadium due to a muscle injury.</p>



<p>The most painful thing for <strong>The Herons</strong> is that they had the match under control until the 65th minute when <strong>David Ruiz</strong> earned an absurd red card. In that moment, Rayados woke up and completed the comeback with goals from <strong>Maxi Meza</strong> and <strong>Jorge Rodriguez</strong>.</p>



<p>The dominance of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/liga-mx">Liga MX</a></strong> teams has been very clear in these early matches against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong>. Club America demolished <strong>New England Revolution</strong>, Tigres UANL secured a draw on the road with <strong>Columbus Crew</strong> and Inter Miami are against the ropes.</p>



<p>Now, the last hope for coach <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> lies with Messi on the field at BBVA Stadium in Monterrey. They need at least two goals to advance to the next round, but without the Argentine legend, it seems impossible.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080327/lionelmessi-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-112917" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi could be the key factor in Monterrey (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Will Lionel Messi play against Monterrey in Mexico?</h2>



<p>After the 2-1 defeat against Monterrey, coach <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> responded in a press conference about Lionel Messi’s situation heading into next Wednesday’s match in Mexico. </p>


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<p><em>“Well, as we said, we’re taking it game by game. We understood that this wasn’t the right match for him to be involved in. He wasn’t ready, and the same will happen with Colorado and the return leg in Monterrey. But every day he feels better. It’s just that today we would have been taking too big of a risk.”</em></p>


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<h2>When will Lionel Messi return for Inter Miami?</h2>



<p>Next Saturday, <strong>Inter Miami</strong> will play against <strong>Colorado Rapids</strong> in the <strong>MLS</strong>. At this point in the season, the priority is the Concacaf Champions Cup, so everything indicates that Messi will not be available for that game.</p>



<p>The big question is whether <strong>Lionel Messi</strong> will be at one hundred percent for the match on <strong>April 10th</strong> when Inter Miami visit Monterrey. There’s too much at stake: the semifinals of the regional tournament and the possibility of going to a <strong>FIFA Club World Cup</strong>.</p>


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<p>However, if the star hasn’t fully recovered, his presence in Mexico could bring a major injury that would sideline him from the main individual goal of 2024: defending the <strong>Copa America</strong> title with <strong>Argentina</strong> next summer.</p>


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Inter Miami give injury update about Lionel Messi after loss to Monterrey

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Inter Miami give injury update about Lionel Messi

<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/monterrey"><strong>Monterrey</strong></a> manager heated the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong> series against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> by suggesting his side should be worried on how <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi"><strong>Lionel Messi</strong></a>‘s presence could influence the refereeing.</p>



<p><em>“I hope the guys understand that he’s just another opponent, another player. Because then comes everything else. <strong>The referee, the setting, the people. Everything surrounding Messi can lead to sporting and non-sporting decisions</strong>. Was I clear? I don’t know if it’s detrimental, but the business is there,” </em>Ortiz told<em> </em>Santiago Fourcade in <em>Futbol Prohibido.</em> </p>



<p>“<em><strong>We all know that, it’s not like I’m saying something we don’t all know. I understand the business, yes. Do I agree with it? No</strong>. We all know that football is a business. We, in terms of sports, we’ll go to win. After that, I can’t control other things.”</em></p>



<p>Messi was ultimately ruled out for the first leg of the quarterfinal tie on Wednesday, with <strong>Rayados</strong> claiming a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/inter-miami-vs-monterrey-live-leg-1-of-2024-concacaf-champions-cup-qfs">2-1 come-from-behind victory</a> at Chase Stadium. In his post-match presser, Ortiz changed the tune, <strong>showing nothing but praise for his fellow countryman.</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/28075732/Martino-and-Ortiz-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino (left) and Monterrey manager Fernando Ortiz." class="wp-image-115964" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino (left) and Monterrey manager Fernando Ortiz.</figcaption></figure>



<p><em>“<strong>We were hoping he could play today. Unfortunately, he didn’t. I consider him the best of all time, and hopefully Messi can be in the return leg</strong>,” </em>Ortiz said<em>. “The series is still very wide open. <strong>I admire Leo, I’ve said it.</strong> I would like to face him to see him, but above all, I’m interested in my team winning.”</em></p>


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<h2>Messi misses 4th straight game as Inter Miami lose to Monterrey</h2>



<p>Messi rejoined team practice Tuesday, but he ended up watching the first leg on the sidelines anyway. Speaking to reporters after the game, Inter Miami coach <strong>Gerardo Martino explained</strong> the decision to keep Leo out.</p>



<p>“<em><strong>Messi was not fit enough for this match,</strong></em>” Martino said, via <em>Mundo Albiceleste</em>. “<em>We will go game after game to see how he feels. We didn’t want to risk him today.”</em></p>



<p>The 8x Ballon d’Or winner <strong>hasn’t played since March 13</strong>, when he was subbed off 50 minutes into the second leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-lionel-messi-scores-for-inter-miami-vs-nashville-in-the-concachampions">against Nashville SC</a>.</p>



<p>The Argentine star is recovering from a hamstring injury, and while he’s already back at full practice, the team <strong>wants to make sure he’s 100% fit</strong> before sending the star to the field again.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080609/Messi-looks-on-before-the-game-vs-Nashville-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Messi looks on before the game vs Nashville" class="wp-image-111737" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Messi looks on before the game vs Nashville</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Messi, Inter Miami with work to do to in the Concacaf Champions Cup</h2>



<p>With Monterrey winning 2-1 in Fort Lauderdale, Inter Miami find themselves in a tough spot for the rematch. Since the away goal rule is still a thing in this competition, the Herons <strong>need to score at least two goals to keep their continental hopes alive.</strong></p>


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<p>Messi’s presence remains uncertain as Martino said he will be a game by game decision, with Miami first playing Colorado on Saturday. The second leg against Rayados will be on April 10 in Mexico.</p>


Monterrey coach sends surprising message to Messi after questioning refereeing vs Inter Miami

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Monterrey coach sends message to Messi after questioning refereeing vs Inter Miami

<p>It might have been <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a></strong>’s best game in franchise history up until 69th minute as Tata Martino’s side was holding one of the best teams in the region to a 1-0 lead. But then David Ruiz made a major mistake in getting himself red carded and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/monterrey" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Monterrey</a></strong> began to control the match and goals from Maxi Meza and Jorge Rodriguez canceled out Tomas Aviles’ first half goal to give Rayados a comfortable 2-1 series advantage.</p>



<p>Leg 2 is set for Wednesday, April 10th, and Inter Miami have an uphill climb, in need of 2 goals to win the series, a 1-0 victory will not be enough to continue in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Concacaf Champions Cup</a> due to the away goals rule.</p>



<p>After the game things reportedly got heated between the faces of Inter Miami and Rayados manager <strong>Fernando ‘Tano’ Ortíz</strong> and later the referee of the match, Walter Lopez from Guatemala.</p>



<h2>Inter Miami – Monterrey post-match mudslinging</h2>


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<p>According to Fernando Schwartz, <strong>Tata Martino, Luis Suarez, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a>, and Jordi Alba all went after the referee Walter Lopez to show their displeasure over certain calls made against the Florida side.</strong></p>



<p>Then the group went to the Monterrey locker room and wanted to speak to manager Fernando Ortiz, unhappy about his words to the press that the referees would favor Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in the series.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="570" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/28075616/Sergio-Busquets-57-of-the-Inter-Miami-is-brought-down-by-2-Blake-Corum-RB-of-the-Monterrey-CF-durin-1024x570-1024x570.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-116612" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Sergio Busquets 57 of the Inter Miami is brought down by 2 Blake Corum, RB of the Monterrey CF during the Quarterfinals of the Champions Cup game on Wednesday April 3, 2024 at the Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Inter Miami loses to Monterrey, 1-2. JAVIER ROJAS/PI Fort Lauderdale</figcaption></figure>



<p>It is reported that Messi also spoke to Monterrey assistant coach Nicolás Sánchez. Monterrey submitted a formal complaint to Concacaf as a result.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-is-close-to-surpassing-lionel-messi-milestone" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240403_BUS_116399_cristianoronaldomessi.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="After another hat-trick for Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo could get another accolade in his sporting rivalry with Lionel Messi.
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<p>Inter Miami now returns focus to MLS play as the club will play the Colorado Rapids, in another must win match to not lose ground in the MLS East, where Lionel Messi might see action for the first time since March.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a></strong> continues its journey in the <strong>2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Concacaf Champions Cup</a></strong>. Unfortunately, the <strong>MLS </strong>club will face the <strong>first leg of the Quarterfinals</strong> against <strong>Monterrey </strong>without its biggest star, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a></strong>.</p>



<p>The opportunity to win a new title in his career is within reach for Lionel Messi. The <strong>Argentine striker</strong> is eager to secure the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong> with Inter Miami, although it won’t be an easy task for them.</p>



<p>In the Quarterfinals, they will face <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/monterrey" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Monterrey</a>. Even though the <strong>Mexican club is not currently in its best form</strong>, they could have a <strong>slight advantage</strong> in the first leg of their matchup, as it has been <strong>confirmed that Lionel Messi won’t participate in it</strong>.</p>



<h2>Why is Lionel Messi not playing for Inter Miami vs Monterrey?</h2>



<p>Lionel Messi will miss the Leg 1 game of the Quarterfinals of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup against Monterrey. The forward is still <strong>recovering from a muscle injury</strong>, and <strong>Gerardo Martino doesn’t want to risk him</strong> in this match.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/inter-miami-vs-monterrey-how-has-lionel-messi-fared-against-mexican-teams" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240403_BUS_116445_Messi-vs-Cruz-Azul.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Inter Miami take on Monterrey in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup, and while Lionel Messi&apos;s presence is questionable, many wonder how did he fare against Mexican opposition throughout his career.
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<p>A few days ago, <strong>Martino decided to bench Messi</strong> for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MLS</a> game against New York City FC</strong> as a precautionary measure for this upcoming match. However, it seems like the <strong>2022 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/fifa-world-cup" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FIFA World Cup</a> champion couldn’t fully recover</strong> during this time.</p>



<p>This was a <strong>last-minute decision</strong> made by the coach. Apparently, Martino has opted to give Messi extra rest time, with the <strong>intention of having him available for the Leg 2 game</strong> next week.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080643/Lionel-Messi-forward-of-Inter-Miami-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Lionel Messi, forward of Inter Miami" class="wp-image-111329" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi, forward of Inter Miami</figcaption></figure>



<p>Gaston Edul, TyC Sports journalist, confirmed today that Gerardo Martino made this decision. Subsequently, the <strong>club released a statement revealing that Messi won’t even be on the substitutes bench</strong>.</p>



<h2>Will Lionel Messi be ready for the Leg 2 game against Monterrey?</h2>



<p>While Lionel Messi won’t play in the first match of the Quarterfinals against Monterrey, there are high hopes that <strong>he’ll be ready for their second game</strong>, but it is <strong>not completely certain</strong>.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-is-close-to-surpassing-lionel-messi-milestone" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240403_BUS_116399_cristianoronaldomessi.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="After another hat-trick for Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo could get another accolade in his sporting rivalry with Lionel Messi.
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<p>Inter Miami needs to defeat Monterrey at home to <strong>alleviate pressure on Lionel Messi</strong>. In the event that the <strong>MLS club ends with a negative score</strong>, Martino could be <strong>compelled to utilize his captain</strong> <strong>even though he’s not completely healthy</strong>.</p>


<div class="wp_fsn_poll" id="660dde2a7a4c8e960998e47f" data-title="Who will advance?" data-options="2"></div>

        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/inter-miami-martino-leaves-messis-availability-vs-monterrey-up-in-the-air" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240402_BUS_116155_Martino-and-Messi.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino refused to confirm whether Lionel Messi will start in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal against Monterrey.
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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-bags-another-hat-trick-to-increase-difference-with-lionel-messi" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240401_BUS_115929_Cristiano-Ronaldo-left-and-Lionel-Messi-1.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Cristiano Ronaldo recorded an impressive hat-trick for Al-Nassr this weekend to extend his advantage over Lionel Messi in this area.
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Why is Lionel Messi not playing for Inter Miami vs Monterrey today in the Concacaf Champions Cup?

<div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/monterrey-vs-inter-miami-where-and-how-to-watch-live-2024-concacaf-champions-cup-quarterfinals-first-leg" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240409_BUS_117741_Meza-vs-Messi.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Monterrey and Inter Miami face off in a highly anticipated game on Wednesday, April 10, in the second leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. Find out here how to watch or live stream the game in your country.
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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/what-do-messi-inter-miami-need-vs-monterrey-to-advance-in-the-concachampions" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240409_BUS_117767_Messi-8.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="With Lionel Messi expected to return to the starting lineup, Inter Miami will visit Monterrey in Mexico on Wednesday, April 10, in the second leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals.
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<p>The <strong>2024 Concacaf Champions Cup</strong> sees <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> fight for a semifinal spot against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/monterrey">Monterrey</a></strong>, with all eyes on <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong>. The Argentine star missed the first leg last week, but is <strong>expected to start in the rematch in Mexico tonight</strong>.</p>



<p>One of the reasons this matchup may create so much hype around Messi’s presence is because the Argentine star <strong>hasn’t dealt with Mexican opposition that much since he joined <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a>.</strong></p>



<p>In fact, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cruz-azul">Cruz Azul</a> are the only Liga MX side he’s faced so far in an Inter Miami uniform</strong>. The 36-year-old faced Los Cementeros in his debut for the Herons in <strong>July 21, 2023</strong>, scoring a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/lionel-messi-gives-inter-miami-the-win-with-a-free-kick-golazo-20230722-BUS-33757.html">game-winning free kick</a> in the dying seconds of the match.</p>



<p>That was the only Mexican side Miami would face in the 2023 Leagues Cup, where the South Florida side was crowned champion. However, the 8x Ballon d’Or winner <strong>faced other <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/liga-mx">Liga MX</a> clubs during his time at Barcelona</strong>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/04/28075622/Messi-vs-Leon-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona competes for the ball with Edwin Hernandez of Club Leon during the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Club Leon at Camp Nou on August 18, 2014 in Barcelona, Spain." class="wp-image-116468" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona competes for the ball with Edwin Hernandez of Club Leon during the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Club Leon at Camp Nou on August 18, 2014 in Barcelona, Spain.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Messi vs Liga MX: His record against Mexican clubs with Barcelona</h2>



<p>Overall, Messi has played against Mexican teams <strong>on five occasions</strong> throughout his career. Only two of those games were in an official competition, with the other three being club friendlies.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/will-messi-play-for-inter-miami-vs-monterrey-probable-lineups-for-2024-concachampions" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240401_BUS_115943_Martino-and-Ortiz.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Inter Miami and Monterrey face off tonight in the first leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. The Herons will once again miss Lionel Messi.
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<p>The first Mexican team the Argentine star came up against were <strong>Club America</strong>, with a 19-year-old Messi coming on for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a> in the second half of a 4-4 draw against Las Aguilas <strong>in 2006</strong>.</p>



<p>His second Mexican opponent were <strong>Chivas Guadalajara</strong>, in another exhibition match in <strong>2009</strong>. The Rosario-born winger only played 45 minutes that day. Later that year, Messi faced <strong>Atlante in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/club-world-cup">Club World Cup</a> semifinals</strong>, scoring a goal for Barça’s 3-1 win.</p>



<p>Five years later, <strong>Leon</strong> became the fourth Mexican side to play Messi during the <strong>2014 Joan Gamper Trophy</strong>. The Blaugrana claimed a comfortable 6-0 win, with Messi getting on the scoresheet. It wasn’t until 2023 that Messi faced another Liga MX side, in his Inter Miami debut that we already mentioned before.</p>



<h2>Messi’s record against the Mexican national team</h2>



<p>Since he spent most of his career in Europe, it makes sense Messi’s record against Mexican clubs is not that long. However, international activity saw him take on the <strong>Mexican national team</strong> several times.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/inter-miami-vs-monterrey-where-and-how-to-watch-live-2024-concacaf-champions-cup-quarterfinals-first-leg" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20240402_BUS_116184_Messi-and-Berterame.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="With Lionel Messi still questionable, Inter Miami and Monterrey will lock horns today, April 3, at Chase Center in the first leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. Find out here how to watch or live stream the game in your country.
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<p>His record is quite good, with <strong>four wins for Argentina and a draw</strong>. Besides, Messi often brought his A-game playing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mexico">Mexico</a>, recording <strong>four goals and three assists</strong> in his five games against them.</p>



<h4>Messi’s games against Mexico</h4>



<ul><li>Argentina 2 – 1 Mexico | 2006 World Cup.</li><li>Argentina 3 – 0 Mexico | 2007 Copa América (one goal).</li><li>Argentina 4 – 1 Mexico | Friendly (Goal and assist).</li><li>Argentina 3 – 1 Mexico | 2010 World Cup (one assist).</li><li>Argentina 2 – 2 Mexico | Friendly (one goal).</li><li>Argentina 2 – 0 Mexico | 2022 World Cup (goal and assist).</li></ul>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a></strong> is having a spectacular season with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a></strong>. At the moment, the Portuguese legend is the top scorer in <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-arabia">Saudi Arabia</a></strong> with 29 goals and has scored a hat-trick in consecutive matches. Just impressive.</p>



<p>Although his club has disappointed collectively in the <strong>AFC Champions League</strong> and the <strong>Saudi Pro League</strong>, CR7’s individual performance at 39 years old has amazed fans and experts worldwide. At his age, this is something never before seen.</p>



<p>Even with rising young soccer stars like <strong>Kylian Mbappe</strong> or <strong>Jude Bellingham</strong>, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to be compared to another veteran, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong>, who also shines with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> in the <strong>MLS</strong>.</p>



<p>Now, following Cristiano’s performance against <strong>Abha</strong>, a statistic from this sporting rivalry has caught a lot of attention. Who has scored more free-kick goals?</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080504/lionelmessi-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-112243" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi is ‘chased’ by CR7 in a very interesting stat (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>How many free-kick goals have scored Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi?</h2>



<p>After converting two free-kicks against Abha, <strong>Cristiano Ronaldo</strong> has scored 63 goals through this route throughout his career. Now, the star of <strong>Al Nassr</strong> has come very close to the number reached so far by Lionel Messi (65).</p>


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<p>The list of free-kick goals in soccer history is led by Juninho Pernambucano (77), Pele (70), Victor Legrotaglie (66) and Ronaldinho (66). By the way, <strong>David Beckham</strong>, the man who brought Messi to Miami, also has 65.</p>


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<h2>How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored in his career?</h2>



<p><strong>Cristiano Ronald</strong>o has scored <strong>885 goals</strong> in his professional career, and it seems inevitable that, in the coming weeks, he will reach 900 considering the matches remaining in the <strong>Saudi Pro League</strong> and his participation in the UEFA Euro 2024 with <strong>Portugal</strong>.</p>



<p>Of course, the great challenge will be to reach 1000 goals, which would be sensational. However, many factors have to come together for him to achieve it, especially the fact of avoiding injuries at his age.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> host <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/monterrey">Monterrey</a></strong> in the first leg of the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league">2024 Concacaf Champions Cup</a></strong> on Wednesday and everyone wonders whether <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> will play from the get-go. Speaking to reporters Tuesday, <strong>Gerardo Martino couldn’t confirm whether the No. 10 will start.</strong></p>



<p>“<em><strong>We’ll define that tomorrow</strong></em>,” the Herons’ coach said when asked by Michelle Kaufman of the <em>Miami Herald</em> if Messi will play. “<em><strong>Today, I don’t know. He trained, yes. Tomorrow we will decide, there are still 24 hours left.</strong></em>“</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/gerardo-martino">Martino</a> made it clear that <strong>the priority is not to risk</strong> Messi, regardless of how high the stakes will be in this clash. There’s still a long way to go this season, which is why Inter Miami will wait until the last minute for Leo.</p>



<p><em>“Leo suffered an injury, we have to manage the times of that injury. We must not put at risk the physical conditions of our player. What we’ll determine is mainly what’s best for Leo, and from there we’ll make the right decisions</em>,” Martino added.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080724/Messi-7-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Lionel Messi in action in Nashville." class="wp-image-110977" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi in action in Nashville.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Messi’s injury worries Inter Miami</h2>



<p>Messi <strong>hasn’t played since March 13</strong>, when he was <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/inter-miami-coach-martino-explains-why-messi-was-subbed-off-vs-nashville">subbed out</a> only 50 minutes into the return leg of the Concachampions round of 16 against Nashville. After the game, Martino said the Argentine star had a <strong>hamstring injury</strong>.</p>


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<p>The 36-year-old has <strong>missed three Inter Miami games since then</strong>, while he was also <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/why-is-lionel-messi-not-on-argentinas-squad-to-play-el-salvador-and-costa-rica">ruled out for the March international friendlies</a></strong> the Argentine national team played in the US against El Salvador and Costa Rica.</p>



<p>Messi <strong>returned to team practice Tuesday</strong>, with his sights set on taking part in the big game against Rayados. The Liga MX giants will visit Chase Stadium on April 3, with the rematch at Estadio BBVA scheduled for a week later.</p>



<p>The Herons have so far <strong>struggled without Leo</strong>. While they managed to beat DC United on the road in the first game since he got injured, Inter Miami were <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/new-york-red-bulls-mock-inter-miami-after-4-0-win-without-messi-on-the-field">thrashed by the New York Red Bulls</a> before being held to a draw by New York City FC.</p>


Martino's surprising answer on if Messi will play against Monterrey

Lionel Messi a game-time decision for Inter Miami vs Monterrey, Martino says - Bolavip US

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a></strong> stole the show in Al-Nassr’s 5-1 win over Al-Tai on Saturday by scoring a hat-trick within 23 minutes. Apart from adding to his already impressive tally, the Portuguese star <strong>increased the difference with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> in hat-tricks scored.</strong></p>



<p>Ronaldo now boasts <strong>64 </strong>of these, whereas the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> star did it on<strong> 57</strong> occasions. Of course, Messi is still active and therefore has time to score <strong>seven more hat-tricks</strong> to tie Cristiano. But it doesn’t look easy.</p>



<p>In fact, it’s been more than a year without scoring three goals in a single game for the 8x Ballon d’Or winner. <strong>Messi hasn’t bagged a hat-trick since March 28, 2023</strong>, during Argentina’s 7-0 win over Curaçao in an international friendly.</p>



<p>Ronaldo, meanwhile, has recorded more hat-tricks after turning 30 (34) than before that (30). The Portuguese superstar has been unstoppable this season, with 39 goals and 11 assists in 40 appearances.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/28083037/Cristiano-Ronaldo-and-Lionel-Messi-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Lionel Messi." class="wp-image-100986" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Lionel Messi.</figcaption></figure>



<p>The Al-Nassr captain also <strong>leads the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-pro-league">Saudi Pro League</a> scoring charts with 26 goals</strong>, four above Al-Hilal striker Aleksandar Mitrovic. Messi started the year strongly as well, with five goals in as many appearances. But he’s been out for a few weeks now due to a hamstring injury.</p>


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<h2>How many goals does Messi need to catch up Ronaldo’s total?</h2>



<p>Apart from leading in hat-tricks scored, Ronaldo also <strong>gains the upper hand in career goals</strong>. Let’s keep in mind that we’re talking about the record international scorer with 128 goals for Portugal.</p>



<p>Ronaldo boasts a total <strong>882</strong> career goals, whereas Messi found the net <strong>826</strong> times throughout his career. That means <strong>the former Barcelona star is 56 goals shy</strong> of Cristiano’s tally.</p>



<h4>Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo’s career goals</h4>



<ul><li>Sporting CP: 5</li><li>Manchester United: 145</li><li>Real Madrid: 450</li><li>Juventus: 101</li><li>Al-Nassr: 53</li><li>Portugal national team: 128</li></ul>



<h4>Breaking down Lionel Messi’s career goals</h4>



<ul><li>Barcelona: 672</li><li>PSG: 32</li><li>Inter Miami: 16</li><li>Argentina national team: 106</li></ul>


How many hat-tricks does Messi need to match those of Ronaldo?

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Lionel Messi in hat-tricks scored: How big is the difference? - Bolavip US

<p><strong>Monterrey</strong> just suffered their first loss of the season in <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/liga-mx">Liga MX</a></strong> against <strong>Chivas</strong> at home. It could be a massive warning just days before the start of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals facing <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong>. </p>



<p>So far, Rayados had been dominant in <strong>Clausura 2024</strong> tournament with 28 points. They’re favorites to hoist the trophy alongside defending champions, <strong>Club America</strong>. </p>



<p>Even after a huge defeat with <strong>Guadalajara</strong> in which Monterrey saw two red cards, coach <strong>Fernando Ortiz</strong> delivered one of the most shocking statements in recent weeks. National media could’t believe it looking toward another rivalry game with an <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong> team. </p>



<p><em>“I’m going to say something that perhaps you don’t expect, <strong>but I believe the defeat did us good</strong>. It did us good because sometimes a good slap implies certain things within this sport, and I think it was a good moment for what happened to happen.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/28082913/lionelmessi-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-101787" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi will face Monterrey in Concacaf Champions Cup (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>When will Monterrey vs Inter Miami be played?</h2>



<p><strong>Monterrey</strong> will visit <strong>Inter Miami</strong> next Wednesday at Chase Field in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. The second leg will be played on April 10th at <strong>BBVA Stadium</strong> in Mexico.</p>


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<p>The winner of this series will face <strong>Tigres UANL</strong> or <strong>Columbus Crew</strong> in the semifinals of the regional tournament. By the way, this was Fernando Ortiz’s second answer when a reporter asked him if he was convinced that a loss is good for any team.</p>


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<p><em>“I wasn’t referring to relieving the pressure of being undefeated. I never considered that. It’s a defeat that is important because of what lies ahead. The teams coming up won’t be easy. Given the circumstances, I think it’s a defeat that hurts but, as I said, it’s a good slap.”</em></p>



<h2>Will Lionel Messi be ready to play against Monterrey?</h2>



<p>According to Inter Miami’s coach, Gerardo Martino, <strong>Lionel Messi</strong> hasn’t been officially ruled out for next Wednesday’s match against <strong>Monterrey</strong>. It seems a game-time decision. </p>



<p><em>“I would tell you that Leo is taking it day by day now. Depending on what happens in these three or four days, we’ll define whether he is ready or not. Always thinking about the same thing. Wednesday’s match is a game against a very important team, but we also have to think about the entire year. We cannot just think about one match. If we understand that the players are at some risk, they will probably wait a bit longer. I’m not jumping to say he’s out; we’re just evaluating day by day.”</em></p>


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Monterrey's coach makes incredible statement before facing Messi and Inter Miami

Monterrey's coach makes incredible statement before facing Lionel Messi - Bolavip US

Monterrey's coach makes incredible statement before match against Messi

Monterrey's coach makes incredible statement before facing Lionel Messi and Inter Miami

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> is trying to give <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> their biggest title in franchise history by winning the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong>. However, no one knows for sure if the Argentine legend will be ready for the quarterfinals due to a <strong>muscle injury</strong>. </p>



<p>In the start of the 2024 season in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong>, Messi was sensational establishing <strong>The Herons</strong> as the best team in the <strong>Eastern Conference</strong>. Then, during his absence, Miami started to lose points in a crushing 4-0 loss against <strong>New York Red Bulls</strong> and a 1-1 draw with <strong>NYCFC</strong>.</p>



<p>Right now, all focus for coach <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> is on that massive series with <strong>Monterrey</strong>, first place in <strong>Liga MX</strong>. That’s why Leo’s health will be the most important topic of the week as the star was the key factor to eliminate <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nashville-sc">Nashville SC</a></strong> in the previous round. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080327/lionelmessi-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-112917" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi might be available to play against Monterrey (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Will Lionel Messi play for Inter Miami against Monterrey?</h2>



<p>After the tie at home against <strong>New York City FC</strong>, coach <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> had to face the same question that has been asked for the last three weeks. Confirming whether <strong>Lionel Messi</strong> will be available or not for the first leg of the quarterfinals against <strong>Monterrey</strong> in the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong>.</p>


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<p><em>“I would tell you that Leo is taking it day by day now. Depending on what happens in these three or four days, we’ll define whether he is ready or not. Always thinking about the same thing. Wednesday’s match is a game against a very important team, but we also have to think about the entire year.”</em></p>


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<p>For the first time in a long time, Martino didn’t rule out Messi before an official match but, Tata also said he wouldn’t risk an entire season just to force Leo on Wednesday.</p>



<p><em>“We cannot just think about one match. If we understand that the players are at some risk, they will probably wait a bit longer. I’m not jumping to say he’s out; we’re just evaluating day by day. We’ll decide on Tuesday.”</em></p>


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Inter Miami do not rule out Lionel Messi for match against Monterrey

Will Lionel Messi play for Inter Miami against Monterrey in Concacaf Champions Cup? - Bolavip US

<p>Last week, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> suffered a crushing 4-0 loss against <strong>New York Red Bulls</strong> in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong> without <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong>. That’s why, there were big expectations for a possible return facing <strong>New York City FC</strong>.</p>



<p>This is one of the most important moments in the 2024 season for <strong>The Herons</strong> as they try to keep pace in the <strong>Eastern Conference</strong> while preparing for a massive quarterfinals series with <strong>Monterrey</strong> in the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong>.</p>



<p>In fact, Lionel Messi’s last appearance came precisely in the <strong>Round of 16</strong> of that regional tournament when Inter Miami eliminated <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nashville-sc">Nashville SC</a></strong> with another extraordinary performance by the Argentine legend alongside <strong>Luis Suarez</strong>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/02/28082913/lionelmessi-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-101787" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi won’t play against New York City FC (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Why is Lionel Messi not playing for Inter Miami vs New York City FC?</h2>



<p><strong>Lionel Messi</strong>&nbsp;will not play for&nbsp;<strong>Inter Miami</strong>&nbsp;against&nbsp;<strong>New York City FC</strong>&nbsp;due to a muscle injury. It’s a precautionary measure toward the game with <strong>Monterrey</strong> which is scheduled for April 3rd. This was the report by assistant coach, <strong>Javi Morales</strong>.</p>


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<p><em>“Leo is working with the physiotherapists. He’s ruled out for tomorrow (New York City FC). He won’t be available because we’ll try to do our best to have him back next Wednesday against Monterrey here at home. It’s a possibility that he returns against Monterrey. He’s working toward that with the medical team. That’s why he’s not playing tomorrow.”</em></p>


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<h2>When will Lionel Messi return from injury?</h2>



<p>Considering Messi’s muscular issue, all of Inter Miami’s recovery plan has been focused on the series against <strong>Monterrey</strong>. Leo will arrive to that match next Wednesday with over three weeks of rest.</p>



<p>In fact, besides not playing for Miami, <strong>Lionel Messi</strong> was not called up by the Argentine national team for the friendly matches against <strong>El Salvador</strong> and <strong>Costa Rica</strong>. Everything was part of a very clear schedule to support the star.</p>


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<p>Furthermore, depending on the result of the first leg facing Monterrey, logic would indicate that Messi will also rest in the following <strong>MLS</strong> game against <strong>Colorado Rapids (April 6th)</strong> to be a 100 percent ready for the return leg in Mexico (April 10th).</p>


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<p>The latest market value update by <em>Transfermarkt </em>shows <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> is worth €30 million, which doubles <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a></strong>‘s current market value (€15 million). However, the difference was bigger before.</p>



<p>While the Portuguese striker’s price tag has been <strong>the same since June 2023</strong>, the Argentine superstar saw his value <strong>decrease by €5 million in the latest update (March 25).</strong></p>



<p>This is the first time Messi’s market value drops since he joined <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a>. The 8x Ballon d’Or winner was worth €35 million when he left <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/psg">Paris Saint-Germain</a> for MLS, with that price remaining untouched in the next two updates.</p>



<p>Either way, the specialized website still considers Messi way more valuable than Ronaldo, which is not exactly a surprise since <strong>age plays an instrumental role to decide a player’s market value.</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/28082951/Cristiano-Ronaldo-left-and-Lionel-Messi-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Lionel Messi." class="wp-image-101299" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Lionel Messi.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Messi has had a higher market value than Ronaldo since 2009</h2>



<p>The Al-Nassr captain turned 39 in February, while the former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a> player will celebrate his 37th birthday in June. Their dates of births may also explain why Messi <strong>gained the upper hand in this area for much of his career</strong>.</p>


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<p>The last time Ronaldo had a higher market value than Messi on <em>Transfermarkt </em>came <strong>in 2008</strong>, when the Portuguese (by then 23) was worth €60 million while the Argentine (by then 21) was valued at €55 million.</p>



<p>Messi went on to surpass Ronaldo’s worth and stayed atop since then, reaching his highest market value at 30 in 2018 (€180 million). The best Cristiano did in this aspect came in 2014, when at 29 he reached a €120 million value.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> </strong>and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> are at a crucial moment in their 2024 season. Although it’s still early in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong> calendar, the big challenge right now is to surpass the Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinals against <strong>Monterrey</strong>.</p>



<p>The first leg of that series will be played next Wednesday at Chase Stadium, with the return leg on April 10th at BBVA Stadium in <strong>Mexico</strong>. It’s important to remember that <strong>The Herons</strong> will be facing the top team currently in <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/liga-mx">Liga MX</a></strong>.</p>



<p>The big problem for Inter Miami is that, with Lionel Messi’s injury, the depth of the roster has been exposed. Even the team’s coach, Gerardo Martino, admitted that the lack of attitude in the last 4-0 defeat against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-red-bulls">New York Red Bulls</a></strong> was concerning.</p>



<p>Therefore, with the goal of continuing to accumulate titles, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/david-beckham">David Beckham</a></strong> continues to make key decisions to reinforce the club. There is very important news following a signing that will arrive from <strong>Argentina</strong>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/28080327/lionelmessi-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-112917" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Lionel Messi has a new teammate with Inter Miami (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Inter Miami sign Marcelo Weigandt</h2>



<p><strong>Inter Miami</strong> have officially signed <strong>Marcelo Weigandt</strong> on loan from <strong>Boca Juniors</strong>. The agreement for the Argentine defender is for the rest of the 204 season in the <strong>MLS</strong>.</p>


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<p>Furthermore, the club will hold an option to extend the loan for Weigandt through the 2025 season. <em>“I’m excited and proud to be joining such an ambitious club like Inter Miami. I’m looking forward to joining my new teammates, wearing the club’s colors and giving my all to help the team achieve our objectives.”</em></p>


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<h2>Who is Marcelo Weigandt?</h2>



<p><strong>Marcelo Weigandt</strong> is 24-years old and arrives to <strong>Inter Miami</strong> after becoming one of the biggest prospects for <strong>Boca Juniors</strong>. Chelo made his professional debut in 2019 and played 72 official matches for the famous <em>Xeneizes</em>. </p>



<p>During those years with Boca Juniors, Weigandt won two leagues in Argentina and three more titles: a League Cup (<em>Copa de la Liga</em>), a Super Cup (<em>Supercopa de Argentina</em>) and an Argentine Cup (<em>Copa Argentina</em>).</p>


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<p>From 2020 to 2021, Marcelo went on loan to play for <strong>Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata</strong>. With the national team, the defender has been a key piece in youth categories.</p>


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