Inter Miami could compete in the Club World Cup and the reason is revealed

In a rollercoaster of emotions, Inter Miami saw their dreams dashed in the CONCACAF Champions League, but there’s still a glimmer of hope for Messi and company to make a splash in the upcoming Club World Cup.

Despite fielding their star-studded lineup, Inter Miami suffered elimination from the CONCACAF Champions League at the hands of Mexico’s Monterrey, with an aggregate score of 5-2, marking the end of their bid for a direct qualification to the 2025 Super Club World Cup.

Yet, amidst the disappointment, a remote possibility lingers for Messi and Suarez to grace the prestigious tournament.

Set to take place in the United States from June 5th to July 13th, 2025, the Club World Cup offers a chance for FIFA to extend an invitation to a representative team from the host nation. This presents Inter Miami with a lifeline and Lionel Messi with the opportunity to showcase his talents on the world stage.

Behind the scenes, whispers suggest that this possibility isn’t just wishful thinking. If all falls into place, Lionel Messi could indeed headline the 2025 Club World Cup, sanctioned by FIFA. Meanwhile, his footballing rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, faces disappointment with Al-Nassr’s elimination from the Asian Champions League.

Let’s take a look at the lineup of teams already confirmed for the 2025 Club World Cup:

1. Palmeiras (Brazil): 2021 Copa Libertadores champions
2. Flamengo (Brazil): 2022 Copa Libertadores champions
3. Fluminense (Brazil): 2023 Copa Libertadores champions
4. Chelsea (England): 2020/2021 UEFA Champions League winners
5. Real Madrid (Spain): 2021/2022 UEFA Champions League winners
6. Manchester City (England): 2022/2023 UEFA Champions League winners
7. Bayern Munich (Germany): via UEFA ranking
8. Borussia Dortmund (Germany): via UEFA ranking
9. Paris Saint-Germain (France): via UEFA ranking
10. Inter Milan (Italy): via UEFA ranking
11. Juventus (Italy): via UEFA ranking
12. Porto (Portugal): via UEFA ranking
13. Benfica (Portugal): via UEFA ranking
14. Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia): 2021 AFC Champions League winners
15. Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan): 2022/23 AFC Champions League winners
16. Al Ahly (Egypt): 2020/2021 CAF Champions League winners
17. Wydad Casablanca (Morocco): 2021/2022 CAF Champions League winners
18. Monterrey (Mexico): 2021 CONCACAF Champions League winners
19. Seattle Sounders (United States): 2022 CONCACAF Champions League winners
20. León (Mexico): 2023 CONCACAF Champions League winners
21. Auckland City (New Zealand): Highest-ranked OFC Champions League winner