Inter Miami has recently announced the squad numbers for the upcoming 2024 MLS season. The highly anticipated news reveals the jersey numbers that will be donned by none other than Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. Excitingly, Messi, the iconic Argentine player, will continue to wear his beloved number 10 jersey. Meanwhile, Suarez, the prolific Uruguayan striker, will reclaim his familiar number 9 jersey. In addition, a new signing, Gressel, will inherit the honor of wearing the number 24 shirt. This development has caused a buzz among fans and has heightened the anticipation for the upcoming season.

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Before their official competitive matches begin, Inter Miami has lined up several friendly matches. Their busy schedule includes the club’s first international tour and exciting matches against teams like Vissel Kobe, Newell’s Old Boys, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr.
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On the club’s official website, they have announced which players will be wearing which numbers during these games. It comes as no surprise that Messi will be keeping his beloved No.10 jersey. New addition Suarez will be sporting No.9, while Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba will continue wearing 5 and 18 respectively. Furthermore, USMNT star Julian Gressel will take on the No.24.

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WHAT’S ON THE HORIZON FOR INTER MIAMI?
Looking ahead to Inter Miami’s upcoming pre-season, there’s plenty to get excited about, especially with the inclusion of the legendary Lionel Messi in their squad. Their first match is against El Salvador on Friday, followed by a clash with domestic rivals FC Dallas on Monday. But their journey doesn’t stop there, as they will then be heading to Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, and Japan, before facing off against Newell’s back on their home turf. All of this will lead up to the start of the new MLS campaign.