Lionel Messi was captain on his Inter Miami debut and will continue to be so, as his coach confirmed today Gerardo “Tata” Martino. After debuting on Friday with a great free-kick goal that gave his new team a victory over Mexican Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup (2-1), the next game for the Argentine star is early Tuesday through Wednesday against Atlanta United.
The until now captain of the Florida team is Brazilian midfielder Gregore, who faces a long period of absence due to a foot injury.
Asked if Messi would continue as captain of Inter Miami, Martino told the press ahead of the match against Atlanta United: “The other day (captain), he entered. Yes, it will be.” Leo came on as a substitute in the 54th minute with the debutant Sergio Busquetswho is also his teammate at FC Barcelona.
This match, which also coincides with the Leagues Cup, It will be special for Martino because he managed Atlanta United Between 2016 and 2018, the year in which he led him to win the US MLS, Inter Miami is currently at the bottom of the MLS Eastern Conference.
Source: La Verdad
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