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| LAFC vs Inter Miami | |
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| Match: | LAFC vs Inter Miami |
| Tournament: | MLS |
| Match Time: | 8:00 AM |
| Stadium: | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California |
Preview: LAFC vs Inter Miami
The 2026 MLS season kicks off with a heavyweight showdown between reigning MLS Cup champions Inter Miami and hosts LAFC at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on February 21, 2026. This marquee matchup features a clash between two of the league's biggest stars, Lionel Messi and Son Heung-min, with over 70,000 fans expected for the opening night. Inter Miami, under new management by Javier Mascherano, arrives following a historic 2025 campaign where they secured the league championship, the Supporters' Shield, and added reinforcements like goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair and defender Sergio Reguilón to bolster their squad after the retirement of icons Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. Meanwhile, LAFC enters the season under new head coach Marc Dos Santos, looking to leverage home advantage and a potent attack led by Son and winger Denis Bouanga—who has scored over 20 goals for three consecutive seasons—following their 6-1 Concacaf Champions Cup victory against Real España.
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Tactically, this opening clash promises high-octane action as both teams have shown elite attacking prowess, with Inter Miami having recorded the highest goal tally (101) in a single season last year, and LAFC displaying similar attacking intent. While Inter Miami maintains its championship core, the focus will be on how their defense holds up against a motivated LAFC side that previously defeated them in the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup. The battle of the midfield will be critical, with LAFC's new signing Stephen Eustaquio looking to control the tempo against Miami's experienced lineup. History suggests a tight contest, as while LAFC holds an overall 3-2 edge in the series, both teams have proven capable of high-scoring results, and this match is expected to be a direct fight for early-season dominance.
LAFC Possible XI
LAFC LineUp (4-2-3-1): Lloris; Palencia, Porteous, Tafari, Hollingshead; Eustaquio, Delgado, Tillman; Martinez, Bouanga, Son.
Inter Miami Possible XI
Inter Miami LineUp(4-2-3-1): St. Clair; Fray, Falcon, Micael, Allen; Ayala, De Paul; Allende, Messi, Silvetti; Berterame.
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