Inter Miami has introduced Javier Mascherano as its new head coach, a figure well-known to Lionel Messi and the Barça alumni shaping the Florida club. With aspirations to clinch the Major League Soccer (MLS) title, this move underscores the team’s ambition.

The upcoming season is set to bring high expectations, focusing on the synergy between Mascherano and franchise player Messi—a partnership reminiscent of their days at FC Barcelona.

Messi and Mascherano’s Playing History

Together, they played:

• 298 matches for Barcelona,
• 111 matches for Argentina,
  Totaling 414 matches, with a record of 192 wins, 65 draws, and 57 losses.

Shared Titles

While they didn't secure a senior title with Argentina, they earned gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. With Barcelona, they won 19 trophies, including:

• 5 La Liga titles
• 5 Copa del Rey
• 2 UEFA Champions League titles
• 2 FIFA Club World Cups

This dynamic between the coach and star player sets the stage for a compelling MLS season.