Lionel Messi to Face Boyhood Club Newells Old Boys
Inter Miami Confirms Friendly
Lionel Messi will face his boyhood club Newells Old Boys as part of Inter Miami CF's pre-season preparations. The friendly will take place on January 14, 2024, at Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida.
A Sentimental Occasion
Messi left Newells Old Boys for Barcelona in 2000 when he was just 12 years old. The Argentine superstar spent six years with the Rosario-based club before making the move to Europe.
The friendly against Newells Old Boys will be a chance for Messi to return to his roots and face the club that gave him his start in football. It will also be an opportunity for Inter Miami fans to see one of the greatest players of all time in action.
Inter's Pre-Season Schedule
The friendly against Newells Old Boys is part of a busy pre-season schedule for Inter Miami. The club is also set to face FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Manchester City in the coming weeks.
Inter Miami is looking to build on a successful 2023 season, which saw them reach the MLS Cup playoffs for the first time. The club has made several high-profile signings in the offseason, including Messi and Sergio Busquets.
The friendly against Newells Old Boys will be a good test for Inter Miami ahead of the new season. It will also be a special occasion for Messi, who will have the chance to face his former club.
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