# Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami after long post-World Cup break

Lionel Messi is back with Inter Miami after an extended break following Argentina's World Cup win. His return strengthens the team for upcoming matches and draws increased attention to Major League Soccer.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/8/2/lionel-messi-returns-for-inter-miami-after-extended-post-world-cup-break?traffic_source=rss) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:20:43 +0000
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/8/6/messi-scores-his-first-goals-since-world-cup-as-inter-miami-beat-san-luis?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:11:48 +0000
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/8/8/lionel-messis-father-dies-aged-68-after-a-long-illness?traffic_source=rss) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:25:38 +0000

### Sports
- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/lionel-messi-goals-leagues-cup-inter-miami-san-luis) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:41:17 -0400