Lionel Messi is scheduled to play for Inter Miami in their Major League Soccer (MLS) match against New York City FC at Yankee Stadium, marking an important event as Messi continues to build his career in the United States. This match comes on the heels of Messi reaching a milestone of 900 career goals, despite a disappointing elimination from the Concachampions against Nashville earlier in the week. As the captain of the World Cup champion team, Messi will be looking to lead his team to victory in this critical fixture.

Rodrigo De Paul will not participate in the game due to a contusion, as he has chosen to return to Argentina to celebrate his girlfriend Tini Stoessel's birthday before rejoining the national team's training. This marks De Paul's second consecutive absence in the MLS, following his missed appearance against Charlotte in the previous week’s match. His absence is notable as Inter Miami faces a significant challenge against a strong New York City FC, underlining the pressure on the remaining players to perform at a high level without him.

The game will be aired live on Apple TV starting at 2:00 PM Argentine time, giving fans an opportunity to tune in and support their teams. As both teams vie for critical points in the league, the match promises to be a highly anticipated showdown, particularly for Messi's fans and those keeping an eye on Inter Miami's progress in the MLS season. The ongoing developments in the team dynamics, especially with key players like Messi and De Paul, will be watched closely by both fans and analysts alike.