For some clubs, the Leagues Cup is just a midseason tournament, but that’s not the case for Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami as they look to become the first team to win the title twice.
With the 2023 Leagues Cup and 2024 Supporters’ Shield wins, Miami has won a trophy in every season that Messi has been with the club. This year, they fell short of qualifying for the Concacaf Champions Cup final and are in a heated battle for the Supporters’ Shield. A long road stands between them and the ultimate prize, the MLS Cup, which will be awarded on Dec. 6.
It makes the Leagues Cup that much more critical. They will look to clinch a spot in the final against either Seattle Sounders or the LA Galaxy, as well as a berth in the Champions Cup, when they welcome Orlando City SC to Chase Stadium on Wednesday night for the semifinal.
Here’s how head coach Javier Mascherano could set his side up.






