Lionel Messi scores and assists in Inter Miami’s 3–1 win over LA Galaxy as Javier Mascherano calls the victory “vital” and insists every game is a final.

Despite physical setbacks, Suarez’s drive remains strong, fueled by a shared dream with Messi to retire together.

Charlotte FC has acquired goalkeeper Drake Callender from Inter Miami. The clubs announced the deal on Tuesday.

Messi made his injury return, scoring a game-deciding goal in the 84th minute, Jordi Alba (43’) and Luis Suarez (89’) also scored goals, and Inter Miami beat the defending MLS Cup champion L.A. Galaxy 3-1 at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal against Los Angeles Galaxy in the second half of their MLS match at Chase Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner [email protected]

Inter Miami will host the LA Galaxy at Chase Stadium on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. ET/ 4:30 p.m. PT. Inter Miami is 6th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 12–5–6 (points 42) and Galaxy is at the bottom of the Western Conference with a record of 3–15–7 heading into the weekend.

As the summer transfer window nears its end, Inter Miami continues its search for reinforcements to strengthen its squad for a demanding schedule.  The latest

After announcing the departure of Drake Callender, Lionel Messi could soon see his Inter Miami squad boosted by a young star from his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys.