The Inter Miami CF Academy U-16 team is set for a new challenge as it prepares to participate in the inaugural edition of the MESSI CUP, a groundbreaking youth football competition bringing together some of the world\u2019s most prestigious clubs and their top U-16 players.<\/p>\n
Additionally this Tuesday, December 9th starting at 11 a.m. ET, Inter Miami CF captain Leo Messi will be in attendance alongside MLS Commissioner Don Garber in the tournament\u2019s opening ceremony at Chase Stadium to kick off this exciting youth soccer milestone in South Florida.<\/p>\n
\n Inter Miami CF U-16 Group Stage Schedule<\/p>\n
Inter Miami CF U-16 vs. Newell\u2019s Old Boys – December 9 at 2 p.m. ET
\nInter Miami CF U-16 vs. Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid – December 10 at 12 p.m. ET
\nInter Miami CF U-16 vs. Chelsea FC – December 11 at 12 p.m. ET<\/p>\n
\n Tournament Overview<\/p>\n
Our Academy\u2019s U-16s will participate in Group A alongside the U-16 categories of: Newell\u2019s Old Boys, Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid, and Chelsea FC. Group B is completed by FC Barcelona, Manchester City, River Plate, and Inter Milan.<\/p>\n
Over the course of six days, these teams will compete in 18 matches across Inter Miami\u2019s facilities, including Chase Stadium and the Florida Blue Training Center.<\/p>\n
\n Competition Format<\/p>\n
The competition will feature two groups of four teams, each playing in a round-robin format over the first three days. The top teams will then advance to the playoff stage, which will determine final rankings.<\/p>\n
The final day will feature the third-place match and the championship final, both to be held at Chase Stadium, where the first-ever MESSI CUP champion will be crowned.<\/p>\n
\n Ticket Information<\/p>\n
As we continue with the MLS Cup celebrations, fans will be able to attend the tournament’s opening ceremony for free. Get your pass at www.messicup.com<\/a> and join Leo for the ceremony!<\/p>\n For additional coverage of our teams, you can follow our Academy\u2019s journey online via X @InterMiamiAcad<\/a> and Instagram @InterMiamiCFAcademy<\/a>!<\/p>\n