More space to watch Lionel Messi! Inter Miami expand DRV PNK Stadium to meet 'unprecedented demand' for tickets to see Argentina superstar in the flesh

The “unprecedented demand” for tickets to watch Lionel Messi in action has led to Inter Miami expanding DRV PNK Stadium ahead of the 2024 MLS season.

WHAT HAPPENED?
The Florida-based outfit welcomed World Cup winner Messi onto their books in the summer of 2023. He inspired them to a historic Leagues Cup triumph within weeks of his arrival in the United States, before going on to claim his eighth Ballon d’Or and third FIFA Best Award.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Entrance passes for fixtures involving Messi have become among the most sought-after in professional sport, with prices soaring due to limited availability. Inter Miami saw their season tickets for 2024 sell out back in November, just two weeks after the last campaign came to a close.
DID YOU KNOW?
In a bid to get more bodies through the turnstiles, The Athletic reports on how the Herons have increased capacity in three corners of their ground. That means 21,550 fans can now take in the live Messi experience – with the additional seating being made available as single match tickets.

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WHAT NEXT FOR MESSI & INTER MIAMI?
Inter Miami are currently in Saudi Arabia as part of their first international pre-season tour. They are due to face Al-Nassr on Thursday – who will be without Cristiano Ronaldo – before heading to the Far East for meetings with a Hong Kong XI and Vissel Kobe. Tata Martino’s side will open their 2024 MLS campaign at home to Real Salt Lake on February 21.

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