Lionel Messi was captain in his debut with Inter Miami and will continue to be so, as confirmed by his coach today Gerardo “Tata” Martino. After debuting on Friday with a great free-kick goal in discount that gave his new team victory against the Mexican Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup (2-1), the next game for the Argentine star will be early Tuesday to Wednesday against Atlanta United.
The until now captain of the Florida team was Brazilian midfielder Gregore, who faces a long period of absence due to a foot injury.
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Asked if Messi would continue as captain of Inter Miami, Martino told the press before the match against Atlanta United: “The other day it was also (captain), when he entered. Yes, it will be”. Leo came on as a substitute in the 54th minute along with the debutant Sergio Busquetswho was also his teammate at FC Barcelona.
This match, also corresponding to the Leagues Cup, It will be special for Martino since he managed Atlanta United Between 2016 and 2018, the year in which it led him to win the US MLS, Inter Miami is currently bottom of the MLS Eastern Conference.
