Inter Miami Co-Owner Optimistic About Messi’s Future Amid Coaching Changes
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — November 22, 2024, 04:13 PM ET
In a bold statement that has captured the attention of soccer fans worldwide, Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas expressed his clear expectation that superstar Lionel Messi will stay with the team through the 2026 Major League Soccer season. This assurance comes amidst significant changes for the club, including the departure of head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino and the upcoming move to the new Miami Freedom Park stadium.
Messi made his high-profile switch to Inter Miami in July 2023, with a contract that extends until the conclusion of the 2025 season. Despite no current option for an extension, Mas’s optimism shines through. “As I have said before, I fully expect that in the opening of our new stadium in 2026… that Leo Messi will be our No. 10,” he confirmed to reporters on Friday.
The faith Mas has in Messi reflects a commitment that mirrors biblical principles of loyalty and stewardship. Just as Messi has already significantly contributed to Inter Miami’s recent successes—scoring 21 goals and providing 17 assists in 21 matches this past season—so too can we be called to invest in our communities and relationships. Colossians 3:23 (NIV) emphasizes this duty: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
This season, Messi played a pivotal role in leading Inter Miami to the 2024 Supporters’ Shield and a record-breaking performance in terms of league points. However, the team faced disappointment in the playoffs, falling to Atlanta United in the first round. Mas acknowledged the pressures of winning, saying, “There is pressure here to win… and we expect it of ourselves, our coaches, and players.”
As the club navigates the transition from Martino to Javier Mascherano, a former teammate of Messi’s and the current coach of Argentina’s under-20 and under-23 teams, Mas pledged to build a strong roster to face the challenges of 2025, including multiple prestigious tournaments such as the Concacaf Champions League and the Club World Cup.
In a time of change and uncertainty, Mas’s commitment to bringing in top talent resonates with a sense of hope and possibility, much like the biblical call to be a light in times of darkness. “We are going to continue having the best team we can. There are no budget limitations. We are going to bring the best players we can from anywhere in the world,” he stated decisively.
With the roster decisions deadline approaching on November 27, the club is also in discussion with players like Luis Suárez and Jordi Alba, seeking to reinforce their competitive edge. The underlying motivation remains clear—building a premier football team while embracing the responsibilities that come with such aspirations.
As fans and players alike look toward a bright future, it’s a reminder for all of us to embrace our roles with dedication and to trust in the potential that lies ahead. Just as Messi’s talents uplift his team, we too are called to uplift one another in our pursuits. As Romans 12:10 instructs, “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
The journey ahead promises challenges, excitement, and growth. Let this moment in Inter Miami’s trajectory invite us to reflect on our commitments—both in sports and life—seeing opportunities for love, teamwork, and positive impact in our communities and beyond.
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