Lionel Messi has shared his excitement on social media about the friendly match between Inter Miami and Club América, set to take place on January 18 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. On his Instagram story, the Argentine star posted a promotional image of the match, highlighting his presence alongside Mexican forward Henry Martín and various elements representing both clubs.

This matchup will mark the first-ever clash between the MLS side and the Liga MX giant, and it is expected to be a significant event for fans of both teams and soccer enthusiasts in general. Inter Miami, which debuted in MLS in 2020 and claimed its first trophy in 2023 by winning the Leagues Cup, has seen rapid growth, with Messi and Luis Suárez as its standout stars.

On the other hand, Club América enters the match as the most successful club in Liga MX history, with 16 league titlesand currently the defending three-time champion. The Águilas will play this friendly during their participation in the second round of the Clausura 2025, after facing Xolos de Tijuana on January 16.

This friendly promises not only to be a significant test for both teams but also a demonstration of the growing interest in MLS soccer within the United States and the drawing power of international stars like Messi.