"Even after all these years it's so funny to me that Lionel Messi, one of the most famous faces in the history of mankind, is not only playing for our club but playing in this stadium that was abandoned, said Nico Abad, a member of The Siege supporters' group and a native of Broward County, where Chase Stadium stands on the former site of Lockhart."
"The former home of the defunct Fort Lauderdale Strikers and erstwhile MLS side Miami Fusion was demolished by the newly established Inter Miami in 2019 and rejuvenated almost as a last resort, after years of failed stadium projects in Miami itself threatened the club's ability to even exist. Founding owner David Beckham's consolation prize north of Vice City would ultimately become a once-in-a-generation experience for the area's soccer fans, drawing the eyes of the world."
"That era is almost over. On Saturday, Chase Stadium will host its final MLS regular season game when Inter Miami play Atlanta. After the playoffs, it'll have served its purpose. The time has come for Inter Miami to play in Miami proper. Next season, the club moves into the purpose-built home in Miami Freedom Park, a 25,000-capacity arena forming the centrepiece of a soccer village with shopping, restaurants, office space, and a lush park next to the city's international airport."
An abandoned Lockhart Stadium site in Broward County was demolished and rejuvenated by Inter Miami in 2019, creating Chase Stadium. The venue attracted global attention by hosting Lionel Messi and delivering memorable matchday experiences for local fans. Chase served as an interim home while Miami stadium projects failed, effectively saving the club's short-term existence. The stadium will host its final MLS regular season game before Inter Miami relocates to a purpose-built, 25,000-capacity Miami Freedom Park next season. The new complex will include retail, offices, restaurants, and a park near the city's international airport.
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