Lionel Messi has no shortage of motivation in 2025. His Inter Miami CF won the Supporters' Shield last season, setting an MLS single-season record for points in the process, before being humbly knocked out of the playoffs in Round 1.

Lionel Messi, 38, had played 90-plus minutes in 14 consecutive games heading into Saturday's home game against Nashville SC.

Lionel Messi has been at the heart of Inter Miami’s recent run of form, scoring in four consecutive matches and leading Major League Soccer in goal contributions. As Miami prepares to take on Nashville SC tonight at Chase Stadium, the biggest question was whether their star forward would be fit to play — and all signs now point to a resounding yes.