Lionel Messi provided two assists and scored the emotional game-winner celebration — right in the face of Matías Cóccaro — as Inter Miami beat Atlas 2-1 in dramatic fashion.

Despite not having a preseason, De Paul impressed with his sharp passing—completing 54 out of 58 attempts—and was involved in the build-up to both the near goal by Messi and the game-winner by Marcelo Weigandt.

Inter Miami will face Atlas in Matchday 1 of the 2025 Leagues Cup league stage. Here's everything you need to know about when and where it's happening—and how to watch this can’t-miss showdown live in the USA.

Inter Miami will make their 2025 Leagues Cup debut against Atlas, and all eyes are on Rodrigo De Paul.

All eyes are on Lionel Messi as he returns to the starting lineup for Inter Miami’s opening match against Atlas. The Argentine star, alongside Luis Suárez and Sergio Busquets, headlines a powerful XI aiming to start the tournament strong at Chase Stadium in Florida.

Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday a special recognition for Lionel Messi in light of his performances with Inter Miami, just days after the controversy surrounding the All-Star Game.

After the "mandatory rest" he had in Saturday's game against FC Cincinnati, Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano revealed Lionel Messi's status for the Leagues Cup debut.

Another former FC Barcelona teammate of Lionel Messi—and two-time UEFA Champions League winner—is reportedly on Inter Miami’s radar.

Rodrigo De Paul was nowhere to be seen on Tuesday's training session, which prompted coach Javier Mascherano to addressed the Inter Miami new star's availability.

Amid the celebrations, one question lingers: Is Cristiano Ronaldo truly the world’s richest soccer player?

After securing the blockbuster transfer of Rodrigo De Paul, Lionel Messi has received a new squad boost with a new Inter Miami signing.

After a great first experience, MLS has announced the return of an exclusive Lionel Messi cam for Inter Miami's game in the Leagues Cup.

Rodrigo De Paul has been announced officially as Inter Miami player, but he's absent in the team's Leagues Cup list, rising questions on when could his debut be.

Inter Miami are set to face MLS leader FC Cincinnati, and star Lionel Messi's absence in the key game raised concern among fans.

While fans were buzzing about the reunion, David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami, offered a deeper explanation for the decision to bring De Paul.