Unlike Europe, the MLS season kicks off in late February, meaning that Inter Miami have played ten games thus far.
Leo Messi has only featured in five of those, missing the other half due to muscular problems.
The Argentine, aiming to secure yet another silverware with his country in the summer, is being cautiously managed this season. And, although the player himself is eager to get back on the pitch as soon as possible, the medical staff is taking a careful approach, not rushing his return.
So, how is Messi-less team faring this season?
Even with ex-Blaugranas Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba featuring the Florida-based side, they've only managed one victory, suffering three losses and one draw in those encounters.
In contrast, with Messi in the lineup, they have yet to lose one. But it's quite understandable - after all, it is Messi we're talking about.
In the 2022/23 campaign, he singlehandedly led Miami to their first-ever trophy, triumphing in the Leagues Cup last summer.
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