How to watch Lionel Messi in Leagues Cup final: Inter Miami versus Nashville FC

19 August 2023 , 07:00

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Lionel Messi's Inter Miami career has got off to a blistering start, and a trophy could be about to follow

The 2023 Leagues Cup Final will happen at Nashville's GEODIS Park on August 19, and it will feature Lionel Messi and his new Inter Miami team against Nashville SC.

Inter Miami has won all six Leagues Cup matches while also claiming the top spot in team goals with 21. The tally is six more than the opponent waiting for them in the final. Messi also individually leads the entire competition with nine goals.

Miami began their journey with consecutive victories in the group stage, securing a 2-1 win over Cruz Azul from LIGA MX and following up with a dominant 4-0 win over Atlanta United. Another MLS team were beaten in the Round of 32 as a 3-1 win accounted for Orlando City SC to set up a meeting with FC Dallas. A thrilling 4-4 draw saw the game go to penalties where Miami triumphed before a 4-0 over Charlotte FC 4-0 saw them into the semi-final.

Their most recent victory was a 4-1 success on the road against the Philadelphia Union in the semifinals, featuring goals from Josef Martínez, Messi, Jordi Alba, and David Ruiz. Due to their making the Leagues Cup final, Inter Miami has secured a spot in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup.

The club can win its first official club trophy should they win the game. Here's everything fans need to know to watch Inter Miami versus Nashville.

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When time is the Leagues Cup Final between Inter Miami and Nashville FC kick-off?

The game begins at 9 p.m. ET (8 p.m. CT, 6 p.m. PT) in the United States. UK viewers can watch the game at 2 a.m. on August 20.

Lionel Messi and Miami will face fellow MLS team Nashville SC in the Leagues Cup final

How to watch Inter Miami vs. Nashville

Apple TV has obtained global broadcasting rights for the 2023 Leagues Cup final live stream through the MLS Season Pass. Apple TV+ subscribers can access the MLS Season Pass for $12.99 monthly or $79 per season. For those without an Apple TV+ subscription, the MLS Season Pass is available for $14.99 monthly or $99 per season.

What are the betting odds for Inter Miami vs. Nashville?

*odds provided by Fanduel Sportsbook at the time of publication

Inter Miami : -110

Nashville FC : +240

Tie : +270

Inter Miami and Lionel Messi celebrate after a goal

What is Inter Miami's remaining 2023 schedule?

• TBD vs. Charlotte FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Aug. 23: at FC Cincinnati (U.S. Open Cup), 7 p.m. ET
• Aug. 26: at New York Red Bulls, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Aug. 30: vs. Nashville SC, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Sept. 3: at Los Angeles FC, 10:30 p.m. ET
• Sept. 9: vs. Sporting Kansas City, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Sept. 16: at Atlanta United, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Sept. 20: vs. Toronto FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Sept. 24: at Orlando City SC, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Sept. 30: vs. New York City FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Oct. 4: at Chicago Fire FC, 8:30 p.m. ET
• Oct. 7: vs. FC Cincinnati, 7:30 p.m. ET
• Oct. 21: at Charlotte FC, 6 p.m. ET

Rory Robinson