The first round of the MLS Playoffs features one of its series in a decisive stage, as Inter Miami and Nashville SC face off in a third and final matchup to determine who advances to the next round. Lionel Messi and his teammates will look to seal the series in their favor at Chase Stadium, backed by their home crowd.

While there’s still no official confirmation from head coach Javier Mascherano regarding the starting eleven for the Herons, all signs point to Lionel Messi being in the lineup — and wearing the captain’s armband once again.

The Argentine forward has been a key piece in the team’s structure, standing out not only for finding the net against one of his favorite opponents since arriving in MLS, but also for setting up his teammates on multiple occasions throughout the regular

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