Fresh off leading Inter Miami to a win over DC United with a brace, Lionel Messi and his team now face a major test on the road against New York City FC at Citi Field. With playoff qualification on the line, all eyes are on whether the Argentine captain will be in the lineup.

Despite playing the full match against DC United, Messi will start again for Inter Miami today. Head coach Javier Mascherano is set to field his strongest possible XI in pursuit of clinching a postseason berth.

A win or a draw would be enough to secure Inter Miami’s playoff spot with six matches left in the regular season. The Herons also remain in contention for the Supporters’ Shield, which they captured last season.

Messi, meanwhile, continues his chase for the MLS Golden Boot. He enters the match tied atop the

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