Lionel Messi failed to score, but Inter Miami beat Universitario – Peruvian’s back-to-back champions – with a 5-4 edge in penalty kicks on Wednesday.

MLS Franchise Valuation Rankings saw Inter Miami rise in the standings as Lionel Messi's impact continues to be felt across Major League Soccer.

After kicking off their preseason in Las Vegas with a 2-2 draw against Club America, Inter Miami will now travel to Peru where 80,000 fans are expected to be in attendance to see Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez,

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami fell short of their goals in 2024, so the 2025 season will be all about redemption.

Universitario face Inter Miami in an international friendly match in 2025. Here's all the key information you need, including the kickoff time and details on how to watch the game on TV or stream it in the United States.

Here’s how to watch the preseason match on TV and live stream as well as the latest team news. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.

Inter Miami continue their 2025 preseason with a trip to Peru to face Club Universitario de Deportes on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Inter Miami drew with reigning Liga MX champion, Club America, in their first preseason match with Lionel Messi scoring the first goal of the Javier Mascherano era.