Messi, New Stadium & Full Schedule
Here is the updated information on the Inter Miami 2026 Season MLS, CONCACAF Champions Cup and MLS Cup fixtures, which include 17 home games and 17 away matches, along with the Messi and New Stadium News.
The 2026 Inter Miami fixtures and results guide keeps fans up to date with every match, date and score for Lionel Messi’s side across MLS and cup competitions — including their involvement in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With a busy calendar and major fixtures on the horizon, this page is your one-stop source for the full schedule, kickoff times (ET), venue notes and instant result updates.
Inter Miami arrive into the 2026 season with a star-studded squad and high expectations after winning domestic honours and qualifying for international competition.
Inter Miami CF kicks off the league’s 31st season as the reigning MLS Cup champions, having beaten the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in the 2025 final. They also claimed the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield, making them a team to watch in the 2026 MLS campaign.
The upcoming campaign is highlighted by the club’s move into its permanent home, Miami Freedom Park, and Lionel Messi’s pursuit of a third consecutive MVP award.
The team has a deep squad led by Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, Germán Berterame, Rodrigo De Paul, Dayne St. Clair and Sergio Reguilón. Javier Mascherano is the current head coach, and Lionel Messi is the team captain.
Below you’ll find the complete Inter Miami 2026 Season fixture list (home & away), match results as they happen, up-to-the-minute squad news, likely starting XIs, and a quick take on what each fixture means for the club’s season objectives.
Inter Miami 2026 Season Schedule – Date, Teams, Venue, and Time (ET)
Here is the updated 2026 Inter Miami Full Season Schedule
| Date | Teams | Venue / Location | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21 | LAFC vs Inter Miami | LA Memorial Coliseum | 9:30 PM |
| Mar 1 | Orlando City SC vs Inter Miami | Inter&Co Stadium | 7:00 PM |
| Mar 7 | D.C. United vs Inter Miami | M&T Bank Stadium | 4:30 PM |
| Mar 14 | Charlotte FC vs Inter Miami | Bank of America Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| Mar 22 | NYCFC vs Inter Miami | Yankee Stadium | 1:00 PM |
| Apr 4 | Inter Miami vs Austin FC | Miami Freedom Park (Opener) | 7:30 PM |
| Apr 11 | Inter Miami vs NY Red Bulls | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Apr 18 | Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami | Dick’s Sporting Goods Park | 4:30 PM |
| Apr 22 | Real Salt Lake vs Inter Miami | America First Field | 9:30 PM |
| Apr 25 | Inter Miami vs New England Revolution | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| May 2 | Inter Miami vs Orlando City SC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:00 PM |
| May 9 | Toronto FC vs Inter Miami | BMO Field | 7:30 PM |
| May 13 | FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami | TQL Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| May 17 | Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers | Miami Freedom Park | 6:00 PM |
| May 24 | Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union | Miami Freedom Park | 7:00 PM |
| — May 25 – July 16: FIFA World Cup 2026 Break — | |||
| July 22 | Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire FC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| July 25 | CF Montréal vs Inter Miami | Stade Saputo | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 1 | Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 15 | Nashville SC vs Inter Miami | GEODIS Park | 8:30 PM |
| Aug 19 | Philadelphia Union vs Inter Miami | Subaru Park | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 22 | Inter Miami vs Toronto FC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Aug 29 | Inter Miami vs CF Montréal | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Sept 5 | Inter Miami vs Atlanta United FC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Sept 9 | Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami | Soldier Field | 8:30 PM |
| Sept 12 | Inter Miami vs Nashville SC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Sept 20 | Inter Miami vs San Diego FC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:00 PM |
| Sept 27 | Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami | Lower.com Field | 7:00 PM |
| Oct 10 | Inter Miami vs D.C. United | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 14 | Inter Miami vs NYCFC | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 17 | Atlanta United FC vs Inter Miami | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 24 | NY Red Bulls vs Inter Miami | Sports Illustrated Stadium | 4:30 PM |
| Oct 28 | Inter Miami vs FC Cincinnati | Miami Freedom Park | 7:30 PM |
| Nov 1 | New England Revolution vs Inter Miami | Gillette Stadium | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 7 | Inter Miami vs Charlotte FC | Miami Freedom Park (Decision Day) | 4:00 PM |
2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup Fixtures
Here is the updated Inter Miami 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup Schedule. Inter Miami will face the winner of the Round One matchup between Nashville SC and Atlético Ottawa.
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Mar 11 | Nashville SC / Atlético Ottawa | Champions Cup (R16 – Leg 1) | GEODIS Park (TN) OR TD Place (CAN) | 7:00 PM |
| Wed, Mar 18 | Nashville SC / Atlético Ottawa | Champions Cup (R16 – Leg 2) | Inter Miami CF Stadium (FL) | 7:00 PM |
| Apr 7-9 | TBD | Champions Cup (Quarter-finals – Leg 1) | TBD | TBD |
| Apr 14-16 | TBD | Champions Cup (Quarter-finals – Leg 2) | TBD | TBD |
| Apr 28-30 | TBD | Champions Cup (Semi-finals – Leg 1) | TBD | TBD |
| May 5-7 | TBD | Champions Cup (Semi-finals – Leg 2) | TBD | TBD |
| May 30 | TBD | Champions Cup Final | Neutral Venue | TBD |
| Aug 4 – Sep 6 | TBD | Leagues Cup 2026 | TBD | TBD |
Note: Quarter-final and Semi-final dates are the scheduled windows for those rounds. Specific match dates and times depend on progression.
Core Roster & Emerging Talent
| Player | Position | Status/Key Context |
|---|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | Right Wing/Attacking Midfielder | Captain; Extended through 2028 |
| Rodrigo De Paul | Central Midfielder | Core engine of the revamped midfield |
| Germán Berterame | Striker | New DP, leading scorer from Liga MX |
| Luis Suárez | Striker | Extended through the 2026 season |
| Sergio Reguilón | Left Back | Primary replacement for Jordi Alba |
| Dayne St. Clair | Goalkeepers | Reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year |
| Tadeo Allende | Right Wing/Right Midfielder | Permanent signing; record 9 goals in 2025 playoffs |
| Yannick Bright | Defensive Midfielder | Groomed as the successor to Sergio Busquets |
| Mateo Silvetti | Left Winger | 20-year-old rising star; second season with Messi |
Inter Miami 2026 Squad: Key Signings & Roster Changes
- Goalkeepers: Dayne St. Clair (No. 1), Drake Callender, CJ dos Santos
- Defenders: Sergio Reguilón, Tomás Avilés, Nicolás Freire, Serhiy Kryvtsov, Noah Allen, Marcelo Weigandt, Franco Negri, Ian Fray
- Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Federico Redondo, David Ruiz, Benjamin Cremaschi, Yannick Bright, Lawson Sunderland
- Forwards: Lionel Messi (C), Germán Berterame, Luis Suárez, Leonardo Campana, Tadeo Allende, Robert Taylor, Matias Rojas
Inter Miami Predicted Starting XI: How Inter Miami Will Line Up
- Goalkeeper: Dayne St. Clair
- Right Back: Marcelo Weigandt
- Center Back: Tomás Avilés
- Center Back: Nicolás Freire
- Left Back: Sergio Reguilón
- Defensive Midfield: Yannick Bright
- Central Midfield: Rodrigo De Paul
- Central Midfield: Federico Redondo
- Right Wing: Lionel Messi
- Center Forward: Germán Berterame or Luis Suárez
- Left Wing: Tadeo Allende / Robert Taylor
How to Purchase Official Tickets
For the 2026 MLS season, Inter Miami CF match tickets are available through the club’s official partner, Ticketmaster. In 2026, single-match tickets for 16 of the 17 regular-season home games at their new home, Miami Freedom Park, are on sale.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Inter Miami 2026 and Lionel Messi
Will Messi play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
While not officially confirmed, Messi has extended his Inter Miami contract through 2028, signaling his intent to remain match-fit for the tournament hosted in North America. He is expected to lead Argentina in their title defense.
How many matches will Messi miss during the World Cup?
MLS has scheduled a seven-week break from May 25 to July 16, 2026, specifically to accommodate the World Cup. Messi will not miss any league matches during this window, though he may be rested in the weeks leading up to the tournament.
Is this Messi’s final season with Inter Miami?
No. Messi signed a contract extension in 2025 that keeps him at the club until the end of the 2028 MLS season.
Will Messi play on artificial turf in 2026?
Inter Miami’s new stadium features natural grass. However, for away matches at venues like Charlotte (Bank of America Stadium) or Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium), his participation remains a “game-time decision” based on fitness management.
When does the new stadium, Miami Freedom Park, open?
The historic home opener is scheduled for April 4, 2026, against Austin FC. Before this date, the team will play its first five matches of the season away.
Who replaced Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba?
Following their retirements after the 2025 MLS Cup win, the club signed Spanish left-back Sergio Reguilón to replace Alba and is utilizing a rotated midfield anchored by Rodrigo De Paul and Yannick Bright to fill the void left by Busquets.
Is Luis Suárez still in the squad for 2026?
Yes. Suárez signed a one-year extension through the end of the 2026 season. He is expected to play a specialized role, often appearing as a second-half substitute to manage his knee health.
What competitions is Inter Miami playing in this year?
In addition to the MLS Regular Season and Playoffs, the club is competing in the CONCACAF Champions Cup (starting March 11) and the Leagues Cup (starting late July).
Where can I watch the matches?
Every Inter Miami match is available worldwide via the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. A few select matches will also be broadcast on FOX and FS1.