The Leagues Cup is a tournament where Inter Miami and Lionel Messi have found success in the past. Inter Miami won the 2023 Leagues Cup, the first edition, which used a tournament format filled with Liga MX and MLS teams.

New Inter Miami signing Rodrigo De Paul said that Lionel Messi got involved in the negotiations between Miami and Atlético Madrid to ensure the midfielder completed a move to the MLS club, adding the reunion was a dream come true.

Rodrigo De Paul has enjoyed years of playing alongside Lionel Messi for Argentina’s national team, but the star midfielder said that for a long time, he’s dreamed of playing on the same club with his good friend.