The anticipation for the upcoming Major League Soccer (MLS) season is reaching its peak as fans eagerly await the return of their favorite teams and players. In a recent friendly match between Inter Miami CF and Newell’s Old Boys, fans were treated to an exciting display of talent as Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez faced off against each other.

The match, which ended in a 1-1 draw, saw an unexpected hero emerge in the form of Shanyder Borgelin, who scored the opening goal for Inter Miami. Borgelin, who joined Miami in 2023 and was loaned out to New Mexico United FC midseason, made a significant impact with his goal just three minutes after coming on as a substitute.

Despite the draw, the match provided a glimpse of the star power that Messi and Suarez bring to the MLS. Both players, who previously formed a formidable partnership at Barcelona, played into the second half before being substituted in the 60th minute. However, their limited goal-scoring success in the preseason has raised some concerns as the MLS regular season approaches.

For Messi, the match held special significance as he faced his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys, in what could potentially be one of his final tune-ups before the start of the MLS season. While there is ongoing speculation about Messi’s future and the possibility of retiring with Newell’s, the match provided a unique opportunity for fans to witness the Argentine superstar in action against his former team.

As the MLS season draws near, the friendly match between Inter Miami and Newell’s Old Boys served as an exciting preview of the talent and competition that awaits fans. With the stage set for an action-packed season, supporters can look forward to witnessing the captivating performances of players like Messi, Suarez, and Borgelin as they compete in the highly anticipated MLS matches.