Inter Miami CF has commenced preparations for the 2025 Major League Soccer (MLS) season under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Javier Mascherano.
The team began with player physicals on January 11, followed by the first official training session on January 13 at the Florida Blue Training Center in Fort Lauderdale.
Lionel Messi, the team’s captain, returned to training alongside his teammates, marking the beginning of a new era for the club.
Inter Miami has outlined an extensive preseason schedule, including a tour through Central and South America. The tour features friendly matches against prominent clubs, providing the team with valuable opportunities to fine-tune their strategies and build cohesion ahead of the competitive season.
The 2025 season holds significant promise for Inter Miami, with participation in the MLS regular season, the CONCACAF Champions Cup, and a debut in the FIFA Club World Cup. The club is also set to move to the new Miami Freedom Park in 2026, making this the final season at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.
As the preseason progresses, fans and analysts alike are keen to observe how Mascherano’s leadership and the team’s preparations will influence their performance in the upcoming season.
