Lionel Messi is motivated by measure a Mexican clubs

At Chase Stadium, Inter Miami took all three points from its duel against Club Atlas. The Leagues Cup is a tournament that overlaps the Liga MX and MLS championships, but far from diminishing its value, Lionel Messi emphasizes the importance of this tournament.

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You might think that the League Cup is a lesser competition for the participating clubs. The teams are struggling in their local tournaments and have to take a break to face this cup. However, Messi showed that the Leagues Cup is also on his wish list.

"It's a great competition that we always fight for, we won it last year, I couldn't play, but we also competed and did a great job and well. It's a nice test for us too, playing against Mexican teams. Now the format has changed and the truth is that it's something to enjoy, to play, and it's a nice competitive experience," said Messi after the match against Club Atlas.

Lionel Messi provided both assists as Inter Miami defeated Club Atlas 2-1. The Argentine footballer was very euphoric after the second goal for "Las Garzas" was scored towards the end of the match. This competition is not being taken lightly by the historic Argentine footballer.

The format worries Messi

After the victory against Club Atlas, Lionel Messi did not hide his concern about the conditions of the format. Inter Miami must finish among the top four teams in their conference to have a direct pass to the quarterfinals.

“No, it’s important. I don’t know how the teams playing today fared, but yesterday the American teams, the Americans hadn’t won and for us winning today was important to gain an advantage because we compete against each other. Definitely not. Although we play against Mexican teams, the table is on our side and we have to add more points than the rest, so winning is very important,” he added.

So far,Inter Miami shares a top spot in Group A of the 2025 Leagues Cup. Portland, Minnesota, and Lionel Messi's team occupy the top spot with three points. However, on goal difference, "Las Garzas" are in third place.

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