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Nashville SC v Inter Miami CF - CONCACAF Champions Cup 2026

Explained: Why Messi sat out Inter Miami’s latest MLS fixture

Lionel Messi was left out of Inter Miami's squad as they played out a goalless draw against Charlotte. But the decision to leave Messi out of the squad was strategic rather than injury-related as, having played the full 90 minutes against Nashville SC in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16 just days prior, the Inter Miami coaching staff opted to protect their prized asset.

Suarez helps Messi-less Miami hold firm for draw in Charlotte

Despite the absence of multiple big stars, Javier Mascherano's side held firm in a scoreless draw

Messi, RDP out against Charlotte, reportedly being rested

Argentina teammates Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul were not included in Javier Mascherano’s matchday squad for Inter Miami’s road clash with Charlotte FC at Bank of America Stadium. Neither player is injured, and both were reportedly rested ahead of Miami’s second-leg meeting with Nashville SC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

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Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
5	New York City FC	14	5	4	5	24	19	5	19	D W W L L
6	Red Bull New York	14	5	4	5	23	31	-8	19	D W W L L
7	Charlotte FC	14	5	3	6	23	23	0	18	W L D L L
8	DC United	14	4	5	5	17	21	-4	17	D L D W W
9	FC Cincinnati	14	4	5	5	30	35	-5	17	D L D W W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

New York City FC

D
W
W
L
L

Red Bull New York

-8

D
W
W
L
L

Charlotte FC

W
L
D
L
L

DC United

-4

D
L
D
W
W

FC Cincinnati

-5

D
L
D
W
W

Frequently asked questions

When were Kaizer Chiefs founded?

Kaizer Chiefs were founded in January 1970 when Kaizer Motaung returned to South Africa from the USA where he played as a striker for the Atlanta Chiefs of the North American Soccer League (NASL).

How did Kaizer Chiefs get their name?

Club founder Kaizer Motaung combined his own first name with the second name of the club (Atlanta Chiefs) he played for while in the USA.

Who are the owners of Kaizer Chiefs?

Kaizer Motaung is the owner and chairman of the club with various other undisclosed individuals and entities holding shares in the club.

What is Kaizer Chiefs stadium called?

The club’s official home ground is the FNB Stadium but the club regularly plays home matches at other grounds, most notably the Moses Mabhida Stadium and New Peter Mokaba Stadium.

What are Kaizer Chiefs nicknames?

The club is known as Amakhosi or The Glamour Boys by fans.

How many trophies have Kaizer Chiefs won?

52 domestic trophies and one African Cup Winners Cup (2001).

How many times have Kaizer Chiefs won the top-flight league title?

Chiefs have won a total of 12 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (4), NSL (3) and NPSL (5).

Who has made the most appearances for Kaizer Chiefs?

Doctor Khumalo holds this record with 497 appearances.

Who is Kaizer Chiefs all-time top scorer?

Marks Maponyane with 85 goals.