Messi’s Inter Miami to Face PSG in Club World Cup

Lionel Messi is poised for a dramatic reunion with Paris Saint-Germain as his current club, Inter Miami, advanced to the Club World Cup last 16. Both teams secured their spots in the knockout stage on Monday, setting up a blockbuster clash between the MLS underdogs and the European champions.

Miami’s Path to the Knockouts

Inter Miami drew 2-2 with Palmeiras, finishing second in Group A. Goals from Tadeo Allende and Luis Suárez gave Miami a 2-0 lead before Palmeiras struck back late through Paulinho and Mauricio.

Despite the draw, Miami’s earlier win over Porto ensured their progression. Coach Javier Mascherano called it a “historic night for MLS,” celebrating the league’s presence among the world’s top 16 clubs.

PSG’s Group-Topping Finish

PSG bounced back from a shock loss to Botafogo with a 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders, thanks to goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Achraf Hakimi. The result secured top spot in Group B, setting up the highly anticipated showdown with Messi’s Miami.

A Barcelona Reunion

The match will reunite Messi, Suárez, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and coach Mascherano with their former Barcelona manager Luis Enrique, now in charge of PSG. > “We know many of their players and their coach… but once the game starts, we will compete,” said Alba.

What’s Next

The Miami vs PSG clash will take place in Atlanta, just days after Messi’s 38th birthday. Meanwhile, Palmeiras will face Botafogo in an all-Brazilian tie