Son Heung-min surrenders to Lionel Messi ahead of LAFC vs. Inter Miami in 2026 MLS opener

Son Heung-min praised Lionel Messi before LAFC's match against Inter Miami.

The MLS kicks off its season with the best star matchup possible. It will be the defending champions Inter Miami with Lionel Messi in the lineup visiting an important club like LAFC for the 2026 MLS opener, with the confirmed presence of Son Heung-min.

This may even serve as a preview of the competition final later in the calendar year, so it could be a good measure of where the teams stand this early. Ahead of tonight’s match in Los Angeles...