Lionel Messi is heading to New England for a match against the New England Revolution on Wednesday. After a busy schedule this season, Messi’s Inter Miami shared a video on social media showing the 38-year-old star and fellow teammate Luis Suárez boarding their charter flight to Foxborough. This indicates a strong likelihood that Messi will be on the field at Gillette Stadium, barring any unexpected workload concerns.
The match is set to kick off at 7:30 p.m., and with a comfortable forecast of 71 degrees for game time, fans are hopeful for a memorable encounter. Although Inter Miami’s attendance has been lower this season, tickets remain available for the match. In their previous encounter at Gillette last April, Messi scored twice and made an assist in a commanding 4-1 victory, a performance that thrilled a crowd of over 65,000.
In a recent match in Montreal, Messi showcased his skills by playing the full 90 minutes, scoring twice and assisting another goal, earning him the title of MLS Player of the Matchday for the third time this season. His performance has contributed significantly to Inter Miami’s current position in the Eastern Conference standings, where they sit sixth, safely within playoff contention. The Revolution, on the other hand, are struggling at 11th place, winless in their last four encounters.
As Messi continues to draw interest and attendance in MLS, the league saw a five percent increase in attendance during his first full season. To accommodate fans heading to the match, a special event train will operate from South Station, and parking lots at Gillette Stadium will open early. With warm-ups scheduled around 6:40 p.m., anticipation is building for what could be an exciting showcase of talent.
The presence of Messi not only has the potential to elevate the match experience but also continues to enhance the popularity of soccer in the United States, making this event one to look forward to for both fans and players alike.