Lionel Messi faces Paris St-Germain, his former club, in the Club World Cup knockout stage, boosting Inter Miami's visibility. Controversially selected for the expanded tournament, Miami earned their place despite skepticism by qualifying on merit. Messi has proven invaluable, scoring 50 goals and making Miami the first Concacaf team to defeat a major European club in official competition. His continued success raises questions about his future, including a potential return to international play with Argentina's World Cup title defense.
Fifa granted a one-off rule slot to a US club for the expanded tournament, controversially choosing Inter Miami over MLS Cup playoff winners LA Galaxy.
Messi's impact on Inter Miami has been seismic, scoring his 50th goal for the club and leading them to be the first Concacaf club to beat a major European team.
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