LAS VEGAS: Argentine football legend Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami CF is set to face Mexico City’s Club America in an exhilarating friendly match next month at the iconic Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

This matchup, set to take place on January 18, 2025, will serve as a preseason preparation for both teams as they gear up for their upcoming campaigns, beIN Sports reported. The upcoming clash between the two clubs was made by the Liga MX club via their official Intagram account, in which they wrote, “Clash of Stars” and “See you in Las Vegas.” The post featured images of both Inter Miami and Club America captains - Messi and Henry Martin. Currently, Club America, which is also the reigning two-time Liga MX champion, is competing in the Apertura 2024 final against Monterrey, hoping to clinch a historic third consecutive title under coach Andre Jardine.

Meanwhile, Inter Miami, which features global icons like Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba, recently concluded the 2024 Major League Soccer (MLS) season with remarkable success. The MLS club had remarkable success throughout the league, finishing as league leaders with a record 74 points and winning the Supporter’ Shield. However, their impressive season ended in disappointment, as they marked an early exit from the playoffs in the first round against Atlanta United, losing 2-1 in a best-of-three series. Furthermore, this is not the first time the eight-time Ballon d’Or award winner will face a Mexican team.  Previously, the Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star has faced Mexican teams several times, boasting an impressive record of 3 wins and 2 draws.