Messi back in starting lineup for Inter Miami's match against Philadelphia Union


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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi is in the starting lineup for Inter Miami against the Philadelphia Union. The Argentine star winger and eight-time Ballon d'Or winner has not played with Inter Miami since June 1 because of national team commitments and a right ankle injury sustained in a victory over Colombia in the Copa America final on July 14. Without Messi, Inter Miami went 8-2 and clinched an MLS playoff spot. Miami (18-5-4) also took the lead in the Supporters Shield table with 59 points. The 37-year-old Messi has 12 goals and 13 assists in 12 league matches this season.

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