
Lionel Messi is available for selection in Inter Miami CF's upcoming Major League Soccer match for the first time since suffering an ankle injury in the Copa América final, head coach Gerardo 'Tata' Martno announced Friday.
"Yes, he is fine," Martino told reporters before training Friday. According to Martino, Messi trained Thursday and is in the plans for Saturday's match again. Messi's minutes and Miami's overall strategy will be determined after Friday's training, but fans can look forward to seeing the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner for the first time in an Inter Miami shirt since June 1.