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Inter Miami vs Atlanta United Lineups, Predictions & Team News

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Marcelo Cartaxo | Last updated Oct 11, 2025 2:54 PM ET

Inter Miami will host Atlanta United at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, October 11, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET.

This marks Miami's final home game of the regular season, and a crucial one as they aim to secure a top-two finish in the Eastern Conference. A win would propel them ahead of FC Cincinnati on goal difference, keeping their hopes alive for a home-field advantage in the playoffs.

The Herons are facing a challenging lineup situation due to international call-ups and retirements. Lionel Messi, who has been instrumental this season with 24 goals and 14 assists, is uncertain to play.

While he was with the Argentina national team for a friendly against Venezuela, there's a possibility he will play against Atlanta United as head coach Manuel Scaloni let Messi go back to Miami.

Key defenders Noah Allen and Ian Fray are also away on international duty, along with midfielders Telasco Segovia, Santiago Morales, and Mateo Silvetti.

Atlanta United is also dealing with significant absences, with eight first-team players away on international duty, including midfielders Miguel Almirón, Saba Lobjanidze, Alexey Miranchuk, and Bartosz Slisz.

Despite being eliminated from playoff contention, Atlanta will look to end their season on a positive note. Emmanuel Latte Lath, who has seven goals this season, and Jamal Thiaré are expected to lead the attack.

Expected Starting Lineups

Inter Miami

Goalkeeper: O. Ustari
Defenders: Weigandt, Luján, Avilés, Jordi Alba
Midfielders: Rodríguez, Busquets, Bright, Allende
Forwards: Suárez, Messi

Atlanta United

Goalkeeper: Hibbert
Defenders: Gordon, Gregersen, Berrocal, Chong Qui, Amador
Midfielders: Muyumba, Torres, Alzate
Forward: Latte Lath, Thiaré

Predictions for Inter Miami vs Atlanta United

Inter Miami enters this match as the favorites, bolstered by their strong home form and the attacking with Messi and Suárez.

Atlanta United, while resilient, faces challenges with their depleted squad. A victory for Miami would not only boost their standings but also provide momentum heading into the playoffs. With Messi back with Inter Miami, the chances of winning go down significantly.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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