LALIGA FC Futures has unveiled the schedule for its 2024 youth tournament, featuring an exciting addition: Thiago Messi, the eldest son of soccer legend Lionel Messi, will be competing with his Inter Miami team in Group A alongside prestigious clubs such as Real Madrid, Betis, and Dortmund. While the final list of young players from Miami heading to Gran Canaria has yet to be confirmed, it is highly likely that Messi Jr. will be on the team.
Thiago, currently playing for the Inter Miami U-12 squad, frequently participates in such tournaments. He is set to play this Monday (November 25) in Illinois against Newell’s Old Boys, his father’s former club, during the Newell’s Cup, which will take place in the U.S.
The anticipated match between Inter Miami and Real Madrid in the youth tournament is scheduled for Friday, December 27, following the Christmas holidays. This timing allows Lionel Messi to potentially join his son during the festive season in Spain, which is likely to garner considerable media attention.
The tournament, sponsored by LaLiga, has established itself as a premier platform for highlighting the next generation of soccer talent in Spain. Previous participants include iconic players such as Andrés Iniesta, Gerard Piqué, Cesc Fàbregas, Dani Carvajal, Fernando Torres, and Sergio Canales, indicating its significance in nurturing future soccer stars.
Overall, the LALIGA FC Futures tournament not only promises thrilling matchups but also offers young athletes the chance to shine on an international stage. This event not only celebrates youth soccer but also exemplifies the ongoing legacy of soccer excellence that families like the Messis continue to inspire.
As families come together to support their young athletes, events like these remind us of the joy of competition and the bright future of soccer, filled with hope and potential for the stars of tomorrow.