Lionel Messi subs in for Inter Miami in first MLS game since World Cup

Messi entered Saturday's game against Columbus in the 53rd minute, returning to MLS action 2 weeks after Argentina fell to Spain in the tournament's final.

Inter Miami CF host Columbus Crew at Nu Stadium on Saturday, August 1 at 7:30 PM EDT — here's the full breakdown of odds, model projections, and best bets, headlined by Miami's moneyline at 1.60 with a +2.6% edge.

Messi, De Paul return to Inter Miami for rain-delayed game vs. Columbus Crew  Miami Herald

Lionel Messi starts on Miami bench following World Cup heartbreak  ESPN

The big question at Inter Miami with Lionel Messi that has MLS on edge  MARCA

Lionel Messi's post-World Cup break could be coming to an end on Saturday night when Inter Miami host the Columbus Crew.

Inter Miami is about to get Lionel Messi back in the lineup after his World Cup break.