"The future of the game will be on full display, and it's more than just matches -- we've got an incredible few days planned with lots of other exciting activities. This is about the next generation. Hope you like it! This is the Messi Cup."
"More than a tournament, it is a series of live events and a digitally-driven platform that fuses sport, culture, and innovation," a statement from the company said. "Its mission is to generate long-term value for athletes developing their careers, for the communities that unite around a passion for sport, and for brands seeking authentic and lasting connections in the new era of football."
"The eight teams are set to be divided into two groups of four, which will then face each other in a round-robin style phase over the first three days of the competition. A playoff match will be hosted to determine final positions before the third-place match and final are subsequently played at Chase Stadium."
Lionel Messi, through his production company 525 Rosario, will host the first Messi Cup in South Florida from Dec. 9–14. Eight clubs — Inter Miami, Barcelona, Manchester City, River Plate, Inter Milan, Newell's Old Boys, Atlético Madrid, and Chelsea — will play 18 matches. Teams will be split into two groups of four for a round-robin over three days, followed by playoffs, a third-place match and a final at Chase Stadium. The tournament will combine live events and a digital platform to promote athlete development, community engagement, and connections between sport, culture and brands.
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