One of the situations that raised questions at From Miami was the absence of star Lionel Messi from the squad list for the MLS match towards FC Dallas. With the other leg toward Vancouver Whitecaps in the horizon, Head coach Javier Mascherano addressed Messi’s status of Wednesday’s crucial game.
Inter Miami led its first defeat of the 2025 MLS season in an exciting loss of 4-3 to Dallas at Chase StadiumWith several important players missing from the guard list. At the press conference after the match, Mascherano was asked about Messis Fitness and gave an optimistic update.
“Leo is doing well. Apparently, We decided – just as with other teammates – to rest him after a game like that against Vancouverplayed on synthetic grass and a six- or seven hour tour flight“Maschrano explained and offered subtle insight into Messi’s absence.
“Today he trained, and he trained well, so he will be ready“Made Mascherano and referred to Sunday’s training session. Messi was seen on the tribun along with his family and Luis Suarez – which was also held out of the game – shows its support for the team.
Inter Miami lost its undefeated record in MLSwith Mascherano who takes responsibility for the loss after a series of other half -subsidenses. Now, with all the team’s stars that are expected to be available, the coach is focused on orchestrating another comeback – this time against Vancouver Whitecaps.
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Inter Miami makes its first look in the Concacaf Champions Cup semi-finals, but their path to the final was hit by a major setback after Whitecaps got a 2-0 victory on BC Place last Thursday. Despite the challenging situation, Mascherano remains confident in turning the deficit.
“We turn on the scoreboard, and on Wednesday we have to come in with the belief that we can come back – To know that there is nothing to lose, just all to win“Missed Mascherano.”From the first minute we have to take the game to Vancouver through our game, because without playing well, it is very difficult to reverse a result like thisHe added.
The coach emphasized the importance of staying composed and stick to their style of play: “We have to trust our game, try to dominate, focus on what we can do and concentrate on making the first goal – And then let the rest happen. But not with the way of thinking to rush for the second or third goal without getting the first. If we remain faith in ourselves, we have many chances. “
Inter Miami already pulled a comeback in the Champions Cup quarter final against Los Angeles FC. The hedges are trailing again, but with Lionel Messi and the other stars rested completely, Mascherano believes that another comeback is well within reach.
