Lionel Messi could play limited minutes in Inter Miami’s match Wednesday against Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Lionel Messi was limited to a second-half appearance as a substitute as Inter Miami drew 2-2 at Atlanta United on Wednesday night.

Lionel Messi will travel with Inter Miami for a road match against Atlanta United on Wednesday night, but the Herons will be short-handed when they try to move closer to securing the 2024 MLS Supporters' Shield.

With his goals, Messi produced 15 scores and 15 assists in his first 19 MLS games, becoming the fastest player in league history to do so.

Inter Miami CF head coach Gerardo Martino confirmed Lionel Messi will be available for the matches against Atlanta United on Wednesday and New York City FC on Saturday, but his level of participation remains to be determined.

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba are not in the Inter Miami starting lineup for the road game against Atlanta United Wednesday night.

Lionel Messi had two goals and an assist for Inter Miami after not playing since June 1 because of national team commitments and an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final.

Lionel Messi fans, rejoice! The maestro is back on the field, dazzling once again in Inter Miami's 3-1 triumph over Philadelphia Union.

Lionel Messi is back! The Argentine star returned to the Inter Miami starting lineup Saturday night for a home game against the Philadelphia Union, his first game for the club since June 1.

Inter Miami head coach Gerardo Martino has confirmed that Lionel Messi's minutes will be managed ahead of a busy period in the MLS schedule.