Despite Inter Miami's recent slump—losing two of their last three MLS matches—Lionel Messi remains a standout performer in the 2025 season. Inter Miami is going through a rough patch in the 2025 Major League Soccer season.

Inter Miami may possess the most electric player in Lionel Messi, but no MLS team finds the back of the net more than the San Jose Earthquakes. San Jose attempts to continue its stunning goal-scoring prowess when it hosts Messi and struggling Inter Miami on Wednesday night.

Forward Luis Suarez, who missed the 4-1 loss at Minnesota United on Saturday due to a personal trip, had not rejoined the team as of Monday and will also be out Wednesday, according to coach Javier Mascherano, who did a remote interview with the media from San Jose, where the team is preparing for the game.