Messi and Miami Are Writing the Next Chapter

Lionel Messi isn’t going anywhere—and honestly, Miami wouldn’t have it any other way. 💖

Inter Miami CF announced that its captain, global icon, and certified living legend has signed a contract extension that will keep him in pink through the 2028 MLS season. Yes, that Messi. Eight Ballon d’Ors. World Cup champion. The man who casually rewrote soccer history and then decided South Florida felt like home.

Photo Credit; Inter Miami

Since arriving in 2023, Messi has turned Inter Miami from a growing club into must-watch television. Trophies? Check. Records? Broken. Expectations? Permanently raised. In just two seasons, he helped deliver the club’s first-ever silverware, including the 2023 Leagues Cup and the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield, while stacking individual honors like they were collectibles. MVP. Golden Boot. Best Player. Top Scorer. You name it—Messi probably won it. And he’s not done.

The extension locks Messi in for an exciting next chapter as Inter Miami prepares to move into its future home, Miami Freedom Park, beginning in 2026. A world-class stadium in the heart of the city, it’s set to become the perfect stage for a player who’s spent his entire career redefining what greatness looks like. Messi himself called staying in Miami “a beautiful reality,” sharing his excitement about finally playing in the club’s new home in front of fans.

Club leadership couldn’t hide their enthusiasm either. Managing owner Jorge Mas called the deal a love letter to the city, while co-owner David Beckham summed it up best: the greatest player ever still loves the game, still wants to win, and still believes in the project. That’s not just a signing—that’s a statement.

On the field, the numbers tell their own story. Messi has already become Inter Miami’s all-time leader in goals and assists, guiding the club to historic international runs and elevating MLS’s global profile along the way. Off the field, his presence has transformed Miami into a true soccer capital, inspiring the next generation and putting the club firmly on the world map.

As Inter Miami gears up for life at Miami Freedom Park and Messi continues chasing trophies well into his late 30s, one thing is clear: this partnership isn’t winding down—it’s leveling up. ⚽