Lionel Messi trained this week for Inter Miami ahead of their Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 game with Cavalier.

Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami's match against the Houston Dynamo, prompting speculation about his fitness. Coach Javier Mascherano has since addressed Messi's status. Lionel Messi did not participate in Inter Miami‘s MLS match against the Houston Dynamo on March 2,

Luis Suarez is among the star names that have been drafted in to help Messi’s Inter Miami compete at the top end of North American soccer. The Galactico policy has proved succes

Inter Miami enters their Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 tie against Cavalier FC in strong form, having recently won matches in both the Concacaf Champions League and MLS. Their victories over Sporting Kansas City and Houston Dynamo showcase their attacking prowess and overall team strength.

Mascherano confirmed ahead of the Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 that Messi was training with the team and wasn't injured. Though, there's the possibility he doesn't play in the first leg given given there's a clash with Charlotte FC this weekend. Or, he only plays 45 minutes or so either as a starter or substitute.

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are entering the Round of 16 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup today, hosting the first leg against Jamaica's Cavalier FC at Chase Stadium in Florida, The Round of 16, which runs through March 13,

Preview of Inter Miami vs. Cavalier SC in the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16. Get match details, key players, team form, and what to expect from this clash at Chase Stadium.