The energy was palpable as soon as the taxi rolled up at the Chase Stadium. Lionel Messi, the greatest footballer to ever grace planet earth, was confirmed to be returning to action for Inter Miami’s clash with Philadelphia Union in Fort Lauderdale after a recent injury.

Superstar Lionel Messi and Inter Miami FC will continue the team's pursuit of the Supporters' Shield on Saturday afternoon when they visit struggling New York City FC at Yankee Stadium.

Lionel Messi’s return to action could see him play limited minutes in Inter Miami’s match Wednesday against Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Lionel Messi is not in the starting lineup for Inter Miami’s game at Atlanta United. With the Herons playing their second of three games within a week, Messi will begin the match on the bench.

New York soccer fans can breathe easy knowing that they should get a chance to see Lionel Messi play at Yankee Stadium on Saturday.

Lionel Messi was limited to a second-half appearance as a substitute as Inter Miami drew 2-2 at Atlanta United on Wednesday night.

Lionel Messi had two goals and an assist for Inter Miami after not playing since June 1 because of national team commitments and an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final.