Lionel Messi returns to beginning lineup for Inter Miami’s match in opposition to DC United

Lionel Messi returned to the beginning lineup for Inter Miami’s match in opposition to DC United on Saturday after lacking the membership’s earlier sport due to knee soreness.

The Argentine star ahead did not play in Inter Miami scoreless draw in opposition to Orlando Metropolis on Wednesday. Earlier than his absence within the midweek match, Messi appeared in six consecutive video games, enjoying the central position in Miami’s rise to the highest of the MLS Jap Convention.

Messi scored or assisted in 5 straight video games till Inter Miami’s 3-2 win in opposition to Montreal final Saturday.

The probability of Messi enjoying on this match elevated after he participated in crew exercises the previous two days.

The beginning of the match was in a climate delay after thunderstorms hit Chase Stadium earlier than the golf equipment’ pregame drills.

Reporting by The Related Press.

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