Unleashed: Messi and Busquets Debut with Inter Miami CF, Paving the Way for a Historic MLS Journey:
Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets join Inter Miami CF, building anticipation for their League Cup debut against Cruz Azul on Friday. Though unsure if they will start, head coach Tata Martino is confident in their readiness.
Messi and Busquets began training with Inter Miami on Tuesday after signing over the weekend. Both players have been sidelined for over a month despite their global fame. Busquets played Barcelona’s La Liga match against Mallorca on May 28, while Messi played an Argentina friendly against Australia on June 15.
Tata Martino told ESPN Fútbol 12 in Argentina that Messi and Busquets will debut for Inter Miami on Friday. The coach is cautious about their starting positions, saying they will be decided closer to the match.
“From what I have seen up to now, they are going to fit to play, and it is likely that on Friday, they can be there,” Martino said. “Whether that will be as starters or coming in at the half, we will have to make that decision yet, but I see it, Leo as well as Busi can play [on Friday].”
Lionel Messi’s drive to win is one of his most admired traits. Messi remains driven after winning the World Cup. Tata Martino says Messi’s indomitable spirit drives him to greatness in every aspect of his career.
“What has not changed is his desire to continue competing and winning,” Martino said. “It highlights Leo’s footballing qualities.” His constant desire to win.”
Martino, who led Atlanta United to the MLS Cup, knows Messi and Busquets will face new challenges in the MLS. Inter Miami offers both players a unique opportunity to showcase their talents in a new environment, but the league’s physicality and the need to adapt to different playing conditions may present initial challenges.
“This is a very physical league, and you have to be in great shape to compete,” Martino said. “There have been very good footballers who have come, and at first, it has always been difficult for them because you have to adapt to a football that is not better, not worse, but different.”
Due to the demanding schedule, long trips, and changing weather, MLS requires a competitive squad. Martino believes Messi and Busquets have the talent and drive to succeed in the league.
“Then it’s a very busy league, many long trips, different weather conditions, competition during the week, so you have to have a competitive squad,” Martino said.
Fans and football enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await Messi and Busquets’ MLS debut with Inter Miami CF. The legendary players’ careers will begin anew on Friday against Cruz Azul. Their arrival has increased anticipation for a memorable season.
Inter Miami CF hopes to win the Leagues Cup and MLS with Messi and Busquets. As the soccer world celebrates this historic moment, all eyes will be on the charismatic duo as they begin their next thrilling chapter.
