Messi has another team trophy to hoist, which would mean another parade for Fort Lauderdale to plan along the beach after the Florida Panthers set the bar in June.

The planning began when “Lionel Messi to Inter Miami” was still just a dream, an internet rumor discredited by insiders but sustained by a billionaire’s belief. In the fall of 2022, as MLS clubs set out to build their 2023 rosters,

Messi became the first recipient of the MARCA America Award, presented by the Spain-based media company. The award recognizes Messi’s championship-laden career — one with a record 46 trophies won for club or country, and at least 56 other awards on the individual level.

Messi scored three goals and provided two assists in Argentina's 6-0 thrashing of Bolivia on Tuesday, setting up what was expected to be a triumphant return to his club, Inter Miami CF, with the MLS Playoffs starting Oct. 25. Instead, the 37-year-old cast a dark cloud over his future in his post-match interview.

Inter Miami and Lionel Messi are a hot ticket. Marca conducted a review of how prices have changed since the arrival of the GOAT. Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are among the top attractions in all of sports in the United States,

Miami will face New England on Decision Day with the hopes of breaking the Revolution's regular season points record.