Inter Miami faces CD Olimpia in a preseason friendly on February 8, 2025. Messi is expected to feature. Watch live on Inter Miami’s website.
Inter Miami continues their preseason tour with a match against Honduran side CD Olimpia on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Following a 3-1 victory over Sporting San Miguelito, the Herons aim to maintain their momentum, with Lionel Messi anticipated to play a key role.
Messi scored against Club America in a previous friendly, and Inter Miami will be looking for another strong showing. CD Olimpia will be playing in front of their home crowd at Estadio Olimpico Metropolitano. Known for their physical and high-intensity style, Olimpia could present a challenge for Miami.
Match Details
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 8 p.m. ET | 5 p.m. PT
Location: Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano, Honduras
How to Watch
The match will not be broadcast on TV in the US. Fans in the US and Canada can watch the game on Inter Miami’s official website.
Kickoff Time
The game is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m. local time in Honduras. Here’s how that translates across various time zones in North America:
- Eastern Time: 8 p.m.
- Central Time: 7 p.m.
- Mountain Time: 6 p.m.
- Pacific Time: 5 p.m.
Inter Miami Team News
Inter Miami has been using their key players during the preseason, including Messi, Suarez, Busquets, and Alba. The team has also been evaluating new signings such as Rocco Rios Novo and Telasco Segovia, while Ian Fray is recovering from an injury.
However, there are concerns regarding the availability of Jordi Alba and David Martinez, as they were absent from training. Alba was Inter Miami’s top assist provider in 2024, and Martinez was expected to solidify his position in defense. Their potential absence could create vulnerabilities, particularly with another key player also missing from training. With only a couple of preseason games remaining, the coach must identify solutions before the start of the season.
Inter Miami Preseason Schedule
This match against CD Olimpia is part of Inter Miami’s preseason schedule as they prepare for the upcoming season. The team aims to fine-tune their strategies and player combinations during these matches.
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