Lionel Messi and Germán Berterame Ready for Inter Miami's Opening Match Against LAFC
Lionel Messi and Germán Berterame have completed training and are set to play in the MLS opening match for Inter Miami against LAFC. Learn more about their preparation and availability for this exciting clash at BMO Stadium.
Lionel Messi trained fully with Inter Miami on Wednesday after dealing with a muscle issue during preseason. New Designated Player Germán Berterame also trained with the group following the approval of his work visa. Both players are available for Saturday’s match against Son Heung-Min's LAFC at BMO Stadium.Messi had been dealing with a recent muscle issue that sidelined him and disrupted plans for a preseason appearance against Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico. Earlier projections suggested a recovery period of around two weeks, but the Argentine star’s progress has advanced quicker than anticipated.He trained at full intensity with the squad under head coach Javier Mascherano as Inter Miami prepare to face Los Angeles FC on Saturday in the MLS Opening Day clash at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The expectation is that Messi’s workload will continue to increase gradually in the coming days, positioning him to log minutes in the highly anticipated matchup.The Florida-based club, aiming to defend its MLS title, could also have another key reinforcement available. Forward Germán Berterame has officially received his work visa after delays prevented him from integrating fully with the group following his transfer.Berterame’s clearance means he is eligible to make his MLS debut this weekend against LAFC, providing an additional attacking option for Mascherano as the new campaign begins.Both players participated in Mascherano’s South American preseason tour, though their availability for Saturday had been uncertain.Messi’s status was in doubt due to lingering muscle discomfort, which led to the postponement of the friendly in Puerto Rico against Independiente del Valle.Berterame, meanwhile, was unable to train fully with the group while awaiting his work visa. Now cleared, the Mexican forward is available for the season opener.Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting
Lionel Messi Training and Recovery
Lionel Messi, who had been dealing with a muscle issue, trained fully with Inter Miami after a quicker-than-expected recovery. Under the guidance of head coach Javier Mascherano, Messi is increasing his workload and is expected to feature in the upcoming match against LAFC.
Germán Berterame's Work Visa Approval
New Designated Player Germán Berterame also participated in training after receiving approval for his work visa. This development means that Berterame is now eligible to make his MLS debut in the season opener, providing additional attacking options for Javier Mascherano.
Preparation for Opening Day
Both Messi and Berterame were part of Mascherano's South American preseason tour, but their availability was uncertain. With Messi's quick recovery and Berterame's visa clearance, Inter Miami is gearing up to face LAFC with a stronger squad in a highly anticipated matchup at BMO Stadium.








