(CNN Spanish) — In this Wednesday’s US Open Cup final between Inter Miami and Houston Dynamo, who will win the title remains to be seen, with or without the presence of Lionel Messi.
The forward and image of the team is in doubt for what will be only the second finals in the club’s young history after he was forced off with an injury 37 minutes into the first half of the match against Toronto FC a week ago. And he was sidelined for the Classic against Orlando. “10” did not participate in the last training session, although coach Gerardo Martino clarified in a press conference that, although his presence is in doubt, he will wait until the last minute to find out if he is included. Among those invited. Otherwise, he won’t play the second game due to injury since being part of Inter Miami.
The Florida team is on a roll and looking for its second title of the year and its history. Since arriving in Argentina, Inter have played 15 games with 9 wins, 5 draws and one loss. In addition, he won a title: the League Cup. The lone defeat against Atalanta United, a CONMEBOL qualifying double date, saw Messi absent through injury.
As for Jordi Alba, another signing this season, Martino confirmed at the conference that he would be difficult to play for. Another ex-Barcelona player, Sergio Busquets, will be there.
Opponent: Houston Dynamo
The Ben Olsson-led team has a huge lead in MLS. It is fourth in the Western Conference with 43 points, seeking to add its fourth title in its history and its second US Open trophy.
The Texans defeated Real Salt Lake 3-1 to reach the final. Mexico’s Hector Herrera was the team’s best man. Rosarito has 14 assists and 4 goals this season.
The last meeting between the two teams dates back to April 22, when Houston won 1-0 at home with a goal from Daniel Steres.
When and how to watch Inter Miami – Houston Dynamo FC
Competition: US Open Cup
Arena: DRV PNK Stadium
ability: 21,000
City: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Schedule:
6.30pm Mexico
7.30 pm Ecuador – Peru – Colombia
8.30 pm Miami – Bolivia – Paraguay – Venezuela
Argentina vs Brazil vs Uruguay vs Chile at 9.30pm
02.30 am Spain
The big unknown in the run-up to this Wednesday’s US Open Cup final between Inter Miami and the Houston Dynamo isn’t who will take the title: it has to do with Lionel’s presence or absence. Messi.
The forward and image of the team is in doubt for what will be only the second finals in the club’s young history after he was forced off with an injury 37 minutes into the first half of the match against Toronto FC a week ago. And he was sidelined for the Classic against Orlando. “10” did not participate in the last training session, although coach Gerardo Martino clarified in a press conference that, although his presence is in doubt, he will wait until the last minute to find out if he is included. Among those invited. Otherwise, he won’t play the second game due to injury since being part of Inter Miami.
The Florida team is on a roll and looking for its second title of the year and its history. Since arriving in Argentina, Inter have played 15 games with 9 wins, 5 draws and one loss. In addition, they won one title: the League Cup, their only defeat against Atalanta United in that competition. Messi He did not play after the double date of the CONMEBOL Qualifier due to an injury. As for Jordi Alba, another signing this season, Martino confirmed at the conference that he would be difficult to play for. Also present is another ex-Barcelona player: Sergio Busquets.
Opponent: Houston Dynamo
The Ben Olsson-led team has a huge lead in MLS. It is fourth in the Western Conference with 43 points, seeking to add its fourth title in its history and its second US Open trophy. The Texans defeated Real Salt Lake 3-1 to reach the final. Mexico’s Hector Herrera was the team’s best man. Rosarito has 14 assists and 4 goals this season.
The last meeting between the two teams dates back to April 22, when Houston won 1-0 at home with a goal from Daniel Steres.
When and how to watch Inter Miami – Houston Dynamo FC
Competition: US Open Cup
Ground: DRV PNK Stadium
Capacity: 21,000
City: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Schedule:
6.30pm Mexico
7.30 pm Ecuador – Peru – Colombia
8.30 pm Miami – Bolivia – Paraguay – Venezuela
Argentina vs Brazil vs Uruguay vs Chile at 9.30pm
02.30 am Spain
TV:
TyC game in Argentina
CBS Sports Network and Telemundo in the US
Claro Sports in Mexico
Movistar + in Spain
TyC game in Argentina
CBS Sports Network and Telemundo in the US
Claro Sports in Mexico
Movistar + in Spain
