In another preseason setback for Lionel Messi, the reigning Ballon D’Or winners team Inter Miami were beaten by FC Dallas on Monday evening.
The Cotton Bowl Stadium witnessed an early strike from Jesus Ferreira, securing a 1-0 victory for FC Dallas.
Inter Miami’s preseason tour has been marred by challenges, with the team yet to secure a single win after a goalless draw against El Salvador on Friday.
As they continue their preparations for the upcoming season, the squad is now gearing up for an extensive journey to Saudi Arabia, where they are set to face formidable Saudi Pro teams.
In the upcoming matches, Messi, along with teammates Sergio Busquets and Luis Suarez, is scheduled to take on Al Hilal on January 29th, followed by their last preseason game against Al Nassar on February 1st, marking their participation in the Riyadh Season Cup.