Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and World Cup
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Sergio Busquets provided an excellent assist to Lionel Messi in the 60th minute as Inter Miami beat the New York Red Bulls 5-1 on Saturday.
The 31-year-old star is officially Messi's club teammate after Inter Miami announced De Paul's arrival on Friday. It's a reunion for the two Argentina stars who led the Albiceleste to the 2022 World Cup title in Qatar.
Inter Miami is also signing Rodrigo De Paul for his abilities on the pitch. The team's defensive system remains one of the weakest in the league and often struggles against opponents with strong midfields and quick attackers—like FC Cincinnati’s Evander, who scored twice against Miami just a few rounds ago.
Inter Miami’s 2025 Leagues Cup journey promises thrilling clashes, packed venues and key dates that could define the team’s quest for glory in a high-stakes regional showdown. Check out the full schedule and more.
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World Soccer Talk on MSNCould Rodrigo de Paul step in for Sergio Busquets and link up with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami? Javier Mascherano offers diplomatic takeMLS season heads into a critical phase, speculation is intensifying around the future of Inter Miami’s roster—and whether one of Lionel Messi’s most trusted Argentina teammates might soon join him in Florida.
With MLS' roster rules severely limiting Inter Miami's spending, how have the Herons managed to sign another high-impact -- and high-earning -- friend of Lionel Messi's?
Rodrigo De Paul has completed his move from Atletico Madrid to Major League Soccer club Inter Miami, as confirmed by both clubs. The Argentine joins on an initial loan until the end of 2025 with a purchase option worth €15 million for a deal that extends until 2029.