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Inter Miami CF returns to Nu Stadium against Chicago Fire FC in first match since World Cup
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matthew Garcia , WSVN 7 News
· July 22, 2026
· 3 min read
While the 2026 FIFA World Cup is now in the rearview mirror, soccer fans in South Florida can pick up where they left off as Inter Miami takes on the Chicago Fire at Nu Stadium on Wednesday. Fans tuning in won’t be seeing Lionel Messi or Rodrigo De Paul suiting up for the match as the Argentine duo
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Key takeaway Head coach Guillermo Hoyos said Messi’s unbelievable performance during the World Cup shows the 39-year-old is far from done.
Why this matters in The Miami
As Inter Miami CF takes to the pitch at Nu Stadium, the team's return to action is a welcome boost to the local sports scene in Miami. The absence of star players Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul may dampen some fans' enthusiasm, but the signing of Brazilian midfielder Casemiro is a significant coup for the club, and his eventual debut will be eagerly anticipated by the city's sizable Brazilian community. Meanwhile, the team's winning streak and the World Cup's lingering excitement are likely to draw new fans to the stadium, potentially boosting local businesses in the surrounding neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood. With the MLS season heating up, Miami's soccer enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how Inter Miami CF performs without its star duo, and how the team integrates its new signing into the lineup.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? While the 2026 FIFA World Cup is now in the rearview mirror, soccer fans in South Florida can pick up where they left off as Inter Miami takes on the Chicago Fire at Nu Stadium on Wednesday. Fans tuning in won’t be seeing Lionel Messi or Rodrigo De Paul suiting up for the match as the Argentine duo
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