Inter Miami and Lionel Messi no match for European teams at Club World Cup? FIFA World Cup winner weighs in — And it’s bad news

Inter Miami got a surprise invite to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, where the Florida-based club would face some of the biggest names in global soccer. But with the tournament just weeks away, optimism is starting to fade. Club legends and World Cup winners are beginning to sound the alarm.

When Lionel Messi brought his legacy—and global brand—to Inter Miami, expectations skyrocketed. With Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suarez by his side, Miami’s star-studded lineup suddenly seemed like a team ready for international competition.