Messi trains with Inter Miami, availability uncertain

Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami training for the first time since Argentina's run to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

Inter Miami head coach Guillermo Hoyos confirmed Messi and Rodrigo De Paul are available for selection against Columbus Crew, but no final decision has been made on their involvement.

Messi missed Inter Miami's MLS victories over the Chicago Fire and CF Montréal and the 2026 MLS All-Star Game since returning from international duty.

Major League Soccer and the MLS Players Association agreed that players returning from the World Cup would have individual recovery plans determined by their clubs.