Where to Watch Lionel Messi and Inter Miami vs. Austin FC Online, for MLS 2026

Inter Miami, with star player Lionel Messi expected in the starting lineup, faces Austin FC this Saturday in a Major League Soccer (MLS) 2026 fixture. The match, scheduled for 9:30 PM Argentine time, will take place at Geodis Park. Fans can watch the game live exclusively via streaming on Apple TV+. Real-time minute-by-minute updates and statistics will also be available on canchallena.com.

Inter Miami currently leads the Eastern Conference standings with 40 points, accumulated from 12 wins, four draws, and two losses. Their most recent domestic match ended in a 2-2 draw against Dallas. Austin FC, managed by Guillermo Hoyos, holds the second position in the same conference with 38 points, achieved through 11 victories, five draws, and two defeats. Their last game, played on August 1st before a series of Leagues Cup commitments, also resulted in a 2-2 tie against Columbus Crew.

Argentine player Cristian Espinoza is part of the Austin FC squad, having joined in April and being the only Argentine on the team. For Inter Miami, the lineup is expected to include Messi and Rodrigo De Paul. The team's recent performance includes a 2-2 draw with Columbus Crew, with goals from Luis Suárez and Noah Allen.

Betting platforms indicate that Austin FC is the favorite to win Saturday's match, with odds of up to 2.50 for their victory, compared to 2.66 for an Inter Miami win. A draw is estimated at around 4.12. Despite not being the favorite according to betting odds, Inter Miami will be aiming to unseat the current leader.