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How to watch Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia: Messi’s Leagues Cup semifinal TV and streaming info

Messi and Miami face Philadelphia with a berth in the Leagues Cup final on the line

The Inter Miami train continues to roll through the 2023 Leagues Cup with conductor Lionel Messi leading the way.

Now for potentially the toughest test to date: Philadelphia.

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Miami has reached the semifinal round of the cup competition following a 4-0 rout of Charlotte FC. Messi, along with teammates once again Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, have settled in well in south Florida. But now they travel to face the Eastern Conference’s third-place side in the Union.

Philly has survived and advanced throughout the knockout stages. Two of their past three games took penalties to decide things as the 2022 Eastern Conference winners have proved they will fight tooth and nail to get results.

Here is everything you need to know to catch all the Leagues Cup action:

Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union (Leagues Cup)

  • When: Tuesday, August 15
  • Where: Subaru Park (Chester, PA)
  • Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
  • Channel/streaming: Apple TV (Watch now)

Leagues Cup Starting Lineups

Philadelphia Union possible lineup:
Blake, Glesnes, Elliott, Lowe, Martinez, Mbaizo, Wagner, Bueno, McGlynn, Carranza, Uhre

Inter Miami possible lineup:
Callender, Yedlin, Miller, Kryvtsov, Alba, Arroyo, Busquets, Cremaschi, Messi, Martinez, Taylor

Leagues Cup Odds and betting lines

MLS odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook. Odds were last updated Monday 3:16 p.m.

Philadelphia Union (+170) vs. Inter Miami (+115)

Draw: (+270)

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Apple TV announces Messi docuseries — no not that one, a different one

The Argentina legend has had such a big year, it couldn’t all fit into one docuseries

Lionel Messi has had such a monumental year that Apple has decided it’s worth not one, but two separate documentary series.

Back in June, Apple TV+ announced it was developing a four-part documentary series on Messi’s journey to World Cup glory with Argentina at the end of 2022.

Just days later, Messi announced his intention to join Inter Miami. Which brings us to documentary series number two.

On Sunday, Apple TV+ announced another Messi docuseries — this one a six-parter — that will be released at a date to be announced.

According to an Apple press release, “the series chronicles Leo’s immersion in America, the remarkable journey and transformation of Inter Miami CF, and most significantly, the impact he is currently having on soccer in North America as ‘Messi Mania’ crisscrosses the continent.”

The series, much like the first, promises to feature exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to Messi and those in his inner circle.

Many of the same names behind docuseries number one will also be making the second show: It will be executive produced by Emmy winner Tim Pastore (“Free Solo,” “Jane”), Emmy and Tony winners Patrick Milling Smith and Brian Carmody, and Emmy winner Matt Renner (“Free Solo,” “Limitless with Chris Hemsworth”) of Smuggler Entertainment.

Messi’s introduction to life in North America has been going swimmingly, as the Argentina star has scored eight goals in just five Leagues Cup matches. Inter Miami has reached the semifinal of the competition, which will come against the Philadelphia Union on Tuesday.

Messi and Apple are becoming ever more intertwined in a relationship that appears to be paying off for both parties. As part of his Inter Miami deal, the Argentine legend was reportedly given a cut of profits from Apple’s MLS Season Pass subscriptions. Last week, Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas said those subscribers have more than doubled just since Messi joined Inter Miami.

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Inter Miami owner: Messi arrival has doubled MLS subscribers on Apple TV

Messi seems to be having the desired affect, both on and off the field

Lionel Messi appears to be having the desired impact for MLS, both on and off the pitch.

Messi has only played four games with Inter Miami since his arrival last month, but has already scored seven goals as the Florida side has reached the Leagues Cup quarterfinal.

Off the field, Messi looks to be having a similarly profound impact for the league’s bottom line.

Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas posted on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, claiming that subscribers to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV have more than doubled just since Messi joined Inter Miami.

With Season Pass launching in February and Messi only joining in July, that would represent a significant jump.

Additionally, Mas said that more than half of the viewers for Messi’s matches have watched in Spanish.

The league has not publicized many details of its Apple deal this season, choosing to not release subscriber figures or details on viewers for individual matches.

Last month, Sports Business Journal reported that MLS Season Pass is “approaching 1 million subscribers, a number that includes season-ticket holders who are provided access as part of their purchase.”

At Apple’s quarterly earnings call this month, CEO Tim Cook said: “We are excited about our MLS partnership, and we’re thrilled to see Messi suiting up with Inter Miami.

“It’s clearly in the early days, but we are beating our expectations in terms of subscribers, and the fact that Messi went to Inter Miami helped us out there a bit – and so we’re very excited about it.”

The comments by Cook and Mas are the closest Apple or MLS has come to actually sharing subscriber details for Season Pass, which, starting this year, has the exclusive worldwide streaming rights for every MLS and Leagues Cup match.

MLS and Apple announced a landmark media rights agreement last summer in a deal worth $2.5 billion over 10 years.

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Inter Miami vs. Charlotte FC: How to watch Lionel Messi’s Leagues Cup run

Charlotte FC looks to slow down Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in the next round of the Leagues Cup

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have been cruising along in the Leagues Cup, but experienced some real turbulence against FC Dallas in the round of 16.

But in large part because of Messi’s heroics, Inter Miami defeated Dallas in a penalty shootout. It was their bumpiest road to date, but it didn’t start out that way.

Jordi Alba connected with his former Barcelona teammate for the opening goal, giving Miami an early lead. But Miami and their star trio of Messi, Alba and Sergio Busquets saw near disaster by going down 4-2 with just 20 minutes to play.

No problem.

Inter crawled back, winning in penalties after Messi’s second goal of the contest tied the game late. That sent Miami into a quarterfinal matchup with Charlotte FC.

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Charlotte faces a huge challenge in hoping to become the first club to slow Miami’s roll, with Messi emerging victorious in all four games with the club thus far, scoring seven goals.

The big three in Inter’s lineup have yet to play in Major League Soccer action, and thus, Miami remains at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, this same Charlotte team sit only a few places above Miami in 12th place.

Here is everything you need to know to catch all the action:

Inter Miami vs. Charlotte FC (Leagues Cup)

  • When: Friday, August 11
  • Where: DRV PNK Stadium
  • Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
  • Channel/streaming: Apple TV

Leagues Cup Starting Lineups

Inter Miami possible lineup:
Callender, Yedlin, Miller, Kryvtsov, Alba, Arroyo, Busquets, Gomez, Messi, Martinez, Taylor

Charlotte FC possible lineup:
Kahlina, Lindsey, Malanda, Privett, Byrne, Westwood, Jozwiak, Arfield, Bronico, Vargas, Swiderski

Leagues Cup Odds and betting lines

MLS odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook. Odds were last updated Tuesday 3:35 PM ET.

Inter Miami (-195) vs. Charlotte FC (+430)

Draw: (+320)

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Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United: How to watch Lionel Messi’s next game

How to watch Messi’s next game with Miami after a stunning debut

How about that for a debut?

And now Lionel Messi gets to do it all over again.

In his first game with his new club Inter Miami, Messi did what Messi does: he dazzled.

The all-time great scored a game-winning, stoppage-time free kick against Liga MX side Cruz Azul to give Inter a 2-1 win in its Leagues Cup opener on Friday night.

Messi and his new side won’t have to wait long for their next outing, either, with Atlanta United up on Tuesday in another Leagues Cup match at DRV PNK Stadium.

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It’s possible both Messi and Sergio Busquets make their first start with the club after the longtime Barcelona teammates came off the bench in the second half against Cruz Azul.

Here is everything you need to know to catch all the action:

Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United (Leagues Cup)

  • When: Tuesday, July 25
  • Where: DRV PNK Stadium
  • Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Channel/streaming: Apple TV

Leagues Cup Starting Lineups

Inter Miami possible lineup:
Callender, Yedlin, Miller, Kryvtsov, Allen, Arroyo, Busquets, Ruiz, Messi, Campana, Taylor

Atlanta United possible lineup:
Guzan, Robinson, Purata, Abram, Lennon, Sosa, Rossetto, Wiley, Mosquera, Almada, Etienne

Leagues Cup Odds and betting lines

MLS odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook. Odds were last updated Monday at 11:38 a.m ET.

Inter Miami (+125) vs. Atlanta United (+180)

Draw: (+260)

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Inter Miami vs. Cruz Azul: How to watch Lionel Messi’s debut

How to watch Leo Messi and Sergio Busquets debut with Inter Miami

The debut that North America has waited for has finally arrived.

Argentine Lionel Messi will finally suit up for Inter Miami for the very first time on Friday — and of course Sergio Busquets, Messi’s longtime Barcelona teammate, will do the same alongside him.

First up: Cruz Azul.

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Miami takes on the Mexico City-based team in the Leagues Cup. The competition features every team from both MLS and Liga MX in a cup-style tournament.

Messi and Busquets officially signed with Inter Miami over the weekend.

Both Messi and Busquets haven’t played in a professional match in over a month. It’s unclear if either will start at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Fla, but after taking part in their first training session on Tuesday, it’s expected they will at least see playing time.

Here’s everything you need to know to catch all the action:

Inter Miami vs. Cruz Azul (Leagues Cup)

  • When: Friday, July 21
  • Where: DRV PNK Stadium (Miami)
  • Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
  • Channel/streaming: Apple TV

Leagues Cup Odds and betting lines

MLS odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook. Odds were last updated Thursday at 1:22 p.m. ET.

Inter Miami (+100) vs. Cruz Azul (+230)

Draw: +(250)

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Check out Lionel Messi’s newly released Inter Miami MLS jersey

Here’s how you can support the GOAT and his MLS debut later this week.

Messi mania has arrived in Major League Soccer.

One of soccer’s all-time best players signed a massive contract to join Inter Miami following the conclusion of his time at one of Europe’s powerhouses, Paris-Saint Germain.

Messi was introduced to fans in front of a packed house at DRV PNK Stadium on Sunday.

MLS and soccer fans alike in North America were anxiously waiting for Messi’s arrival after he announced his intention to join Miami in June. According to Miami’s ownership, the 36-year-old will make his debut against Cruz Azul on Friday.

The countdown is officially on. All the MLS-Messi action can be caught on Apple TV.

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In the meantime to fully prepare for the momentous occasion, it’s time to gear up.

Check out and buy Messi’s new Inter Miami kit below:

Apple jumps the gun, confirms Messi move to Inter Miami

Did Apple accidentally have the scoop of the year?

There has been plenty of reporting suggesting that Lionel Messi will sign with Inter Miami, but the confirmation may have come from an unlikely source: Apple.

Multiple reports on Wednesday said that Messi had chosen Inter Miami as his next destination, despite a big-money offer from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal and interest from his former club Barcelona.

Apple, the media partner of MLS, added to that chorus when it posted and then quickly deleted a tweet that stated the Argentina legend’s next destination would be Miami.

The tweet came on the heels of Tuesday’s announcement that Apple TV+ is developing a four-part documentary series featuring Messi, which will feature behind-the-scenes access with the superstar on his journey to a World Cup title in Qatar.

Apple’s deleted tweet was a reply to its own tweet from Tuesday announcing the documentary series.

Oops!

Messi himself and Inter Miami would later confirm the move.

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Apple TV has a Lionel Messi documentary series in the works

The series promises to feature “the most personal interviews to date” with the superstar

Apple TV+ has announced that it is developing a four-part documentary series featuring Lionel Messi.

The series, which currently doesn’t have a title or release date, will feature exclusive behind-the-scenes access with the Argentine superstar and follows him on his journey to lifting the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

A press release promises that the series will feature “the most personal interviews to date with Messi, alongside conversations with teammates, coaches, competitors, devout fans, and commentators testifying to the incredible influence and impact he has on a nation and world stage.”

The series followed Messi throughout the 2022 World Cup, from public events such as press conferences to private contemplative moments alone in his hotel room.

Filmed in Paris, Qatar and Argentina, the show will also document Messi’s journey with the Argentina national team — from a red card on his international debut, to an early retirement in 2016 followed by an immediate comeback and an eventual career-defining triumph in Qatar.

The series is executive produced by Emmy winner Tim Pastore (“Free Solo,” “Jane”), Emmy and Tony winners Patrick Milling Smith and Brian Carmody, and Emmy winner Matt Renner (“Free Solo,” “Limitless with Chris Hemsworth”) of Smuggler Entertainment, alongside Jon Henion (“Welcome to Wrexham”) and Juan Camilo Cruz (“In Her Hands”)

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Seattle Sounders vs. New York Red Bulls: How to watch, channel, time, lineups, live stream MLS

How to watch the MLS weekend match between the #Sounders and #RedBulls:

A battle of two Major League Soccer teams heading in opposite directions will take place at Lumen Field on Saturday.

The New York Red Bulls head out to face the Seattle Sounders on Saturday in MLS action.

New York was bounced from the U.S. Open Cup recently, but the Red Bulls are on the up after replacing manager Gerhard Struber with Troy Lesesne. New York has claimed seven out of a possible nine points in league play since Lesesne’s appointment, including a derby win over NYCFC.

Speaking of, the Red Bulls are tied with their rivals in 10th place in the Eastern Conference following their resurgence.

Meanwhile, Seattle sits on the opposite end of things, both relating to form and the table.

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A hot start to the season in the Pacific Northwest has cooled off. After taking five wins in their opening seven matches, the Sounders have now lost four of their last five across all competitions.

But a win could erase all that. Seattle would reclaim the top spot in the Western Conference table with a win.

Ahead of the pivotal matchup, here is everything you need to know to stream the action:

Seattle Sounders vs. New York Red Bulls:

  • When: Saturday, May 26
  • Time: 7:30 p.m. PT/10:30 p.m. ET
  • Location: Lumen Field
  • Watch: Apple TV

MLS starting lineups

Sounders possible starting lineup:
Frei; A. Roldan, Arreaga, Gomez, Tolo; Rusnak, Paulo; Chu, Lodeiro, Morris; Heber

Red Bulls possible starting lineup:
Coronel; D Nealis, S Nealis, Reyes, Tolkin; Carmona, Casseres, Yearwood; Fernandez; Vanzeir, Morgan

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Major League Soccer odds and betting lines

Premier League odds courtesy of Fanduel. Odds were last updated Friday at 6:30 p.m. 

Seattle Sounders (-105) vs. New York Red Bulls (+280)

Draw: (+220)

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