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Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) runs with the ball during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Atlanta United, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File) **FILE**

Messi’s MLS regular-season debut delayed, likely until Aug. 26

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Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks a goal during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against FC Dallas Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023, in Frisco, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Lionel Messi sparkles again on free kick with tying goal, Inter Miami beats FC Dallas in shootout

By Schuyler Dixon - Associated Press

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks the ball on a free kick during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Orlando City, Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi scores twice, his third straight game with a goal, for Inter Miami after weather delay

Associated Press

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a goal during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Atlanta United, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi shines again in first Inter Miami start, scores twice in 4-0 win over Atlanta

By Alanis Thames - Associated Press

Lionel Messi fans from North Lauderdale, Fla., wait to enter the stadium before a Leagues Cup soccer match between Inter Miami and Cruz Azul, Friday, July 21, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Celebrities and fans travel from all over to watch Lionel Messi’s MLS debut with Inter Miami

By Alanis Thames - Associated Press

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) makes a free kick to score a goal during the second half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Cruz Azul, Friday, July 21, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Inter Miami defeated Cruz Azul 2-1. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi scores dramatic game-winning goal in his Inter Miami debut

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, center left, holds his new Inter Miami team jersey as he poses with team co-owners Jorge Mas, left, Jose Mas, second right, and David Beckham during a celebration by the team at DRV PNK Stadium, Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. It comes one day after Messi, Major League Soccer and Inter Miami finalized his signing through the 2025 season. His first official training session is Tuesday and he is expected to play Friday in a Leagues Cup match against Cruz Azul. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

The next chapter of Lionel Messi’s career begins Friday at 18,000-seat DRV PNK Stadium

By Alanis Thames - Associated Press

International soccer superstar Lionel Messi waves as he leaves following a celebration to present him to fans one day after his signing with the Inter Miami MLS soccer team, Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Lionel Messi already providing jolt to MLS as All-Star Game descends on D.C.

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Lionel Messi, right, participates in a training session for the Inter Miami MLS soccer team as head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino looks on, Tuesday, July 18, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.(AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Lionel Messi takes to the practice field for 1st time since signing with Inter Miami

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

International superstar Lionel Messi waves to fans as he is introduced during a celebration at DRV Pink Stadium, Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Messi introduced by Inter Miami, Major League Soccer

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Artist Maximiliano Bagnasco paints a mural of Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi, Monday, July 10, 2023, in the Wynwood neighborhood of Miami. Murals, burgers, beers, and billboards are just a handful of examples that show the euphoria that Messi generates in South Florida and how he will be received when he lands for his new stage as a player with the Major League Soccer team Inter Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi mania engulfs Miami over the arrival of the Argentine soccer superstar

By Gisela Salomon - Associated Press

FILE - Argentina's Lionel Messi stands during the National Anthem, Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, before the start of an international friendly soccer match against Honduras in Miami Gardens, Fla. Lionel Messi says he is coming to Inter Miami and joining Major League Soccer. After months of speculation, Messi announced his decision Wednesday, June 7, 2023, to join a Miami franchise that has been led by another global soccer icon in David Beckham since its inception but has yet to make any real splashes on the field.(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Ticket sales, anticipation high ahead of Messi’s arrival at Inter Miami

By Alanis Thames - Associated Press

Argentina's Lionel Messi takes a corner kick during the friendly soccer match against Australia at the Workers' Stadium in Beijing, China, Thursday, June 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Lionel Messi is expected to make his Inter Miami debut July 21

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Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, and German Pezzela, left, reacts during during their friendly soccer match against Australia at the Workers' Stadium in Beijing, China, Thursday, June 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Lionel Messi scores, gets hugged by a fan during Argentina’s 2-0 win over Australia

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Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during a Champions League group D soccer match between FC Barcelona and Juventus at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, Spain, Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017. Lionel Messi says he is coming to Inter Miami and joining Major League Soccer. After months of speculation, Messi announced his decision Wednesday, June 7, 2023,to join a Miami franchise that has been led by another global soccer icon in David Beckham since its inception but has yet to make any real splashes on the field. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco, File)

No homecoming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to lure him back

By Tales Azzoni - Associated Press

New York Cosmos' Pele gestures during a press conference in New York, Sept. 29, 1977. After two decades competing against Real Madrid, Manchester United and Brazil, Lionel Messi will be going against the NFL, Major League Baseball and the NBA.(AP Photo/Ira Schwarz, File)

MLS hopes Messi will boost attendance, TV viewers and market share

By Ronald Blum - Associated Press

A mural with Argentinian soccer superstar Lionel Messi, is painted on a building in Tirana, Albania, on Thursday, June 8, 2023. The 25x10 meters Messi's mural is part of the Tirana MuralFest 2023. (AP Photo/Llazar Semini)

Messi mural to cover student dormitory in Tirana, make Albanians happy

By Llazar Semini - Associated Press

Argentina's Lionel Messi waves after receiving the Golden Ball award for best player of the tournament at the end of the World Cup final soccer match between Argentina and France at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. Lionel Messi says he is coming to Inter Miami and joining Major League Soccer. After months of speculation, Messi announced his decision Wednesday, June 7, 2023,to join a Miami franchise that has been led by another global soccer icon in David Beckham since its inception but has yet to make any real splashes on the field.(AP Photo/Martin Meissner, File) **FILE**

Messi joining Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami after exit from Paris Saint-Germain

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

PSG's Lionel Messi grimaces during the French League One soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Clermont at the Parc des Princes in Paris, France, Saturday, June 3, 2023. (AP Photo/Michel Euler)

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move

By Tales Azzoni - Associated Press

PSG's Lionel Messi kicks the ball during the French League One soccer match between Strasbourg and Paris Saint Germain at Stade de la Meinau stadium in Strasbourg, eastern France, Saturday, May 27, 2023. (AP Photo/Jean-Francois Badias)

Coach confirms Lionel Messi’s last match for PSG this weekend

By Samuel Petrequin - Associated Press