Calay News
The League Cup, a soccer tournament uniting teams from the United States and Canada, has gained global appeal thanks to the addition of Lionel Messi, who recently left European soccer to start a new spell with Inter Miami. Messi made his presentation at the DRV PNK stadium, and he is expected to play his first match in the tournament on Friday against Cruz Azul, a Mexican team.
Both coach Gerardo Martino and Inter co-owner David Beckham have said Messi will have the final say on his participation in the match due to his recent layoff and time off the pitch with his family. However, anticipation is high as fans eagerly await to see Messi in action at the tournament.
Inter have the opportunity to improve their season and break a streak of 11 games without a win, and the arrival of Messi could be key to achieving these goals. The tournament offers the chance to win a first trophy for the team as well as the chance to qualify for the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup.
In the first phase of the tournament, Inter will face Cruz Azul and Atlanta United. The teams were grouped into 15 three-team groups, and each match at this stage cannot end in a draw. In the event of a tie, each team will receive one point, and the winner on penalties will take another additional point.
The goal of the League Cup is to strengthen the ties between soccer in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and Lionel Messi’s participation has increased interest and excitement in this tournament. In addition, the expansion of the tournament to a total of 77 matches seeks to increase the competitiveness and level of play between the teams of the participating leagues.
In short, the League Cup has become an event of international relevance, attracting the attention of fans around the world and strengthening the bond between the North American soccer leagues. With the participation of stars like Lionel Messi, the tournament is expected to be an exciting display of talent and competence on the pitch.
