Inter Miami CF assistant coach Javier Morales is hopeful that Lionel Messi will be able to play in the upcoming match against Sporting Kansas City. Despite playing in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series just days before, Messi is expected to be available for the game in front of a record-breaking crowd at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
The match between Inter Miami CF and Sporting Kansas City is set to be played in front of a crowd of 70,000 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. This is a significant increase from the typical capacity of Sporting KC’s home venue, Children’s Mercy Park, which holds 18,500 spectators. It is anticipated that the attendance for this game will surpass Sporting KC’s current record of 52,424 fans.
Despite Inter Miami CF’s elimination from the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal series against CF Monterrey, Messi played the entirety of the second leg match. This was the first time he completed a full 90 minutes since March 7, indicating that he may be ready to play against Sporting Kansas City. Assistant coach Morales expressed optimism about Messi’s availability and stated that the team would assess his condition before making a final decision.
The first encounter between Sporting Kansas City and Inter Miami CF took place on September 9, 2023, with Miami securing a 3-2 victory. This upcoming match will be only the second meeting between the two clubs from opposing conferences. The previous result indicates that both teams are capable of providing an exciting and competitive game.
Assistant coach Javier Morales emphasized the team’s desire to win every game, highlighting their commitment to securing a positive result against Sporting Kansas City. Despite facing a tough opponent and playing in front of a large crowd, Inter Miami CF remains focused on their goal of achieving victory in the upcoming match.
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