One of the biggest stars in the world hopes to lead his team to Leagues Cup success, as Lionel Messi and Inter Miami kick off its 2025 tournament against Atlas on Wednesday.

Lionel Messi has been reunited with his bodyguard on the pitch for Inter Miami -- no, not that one -- as the Herons added Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul to their squad this summer in a surprise move.

Inter Miami and Atlas meet for the first time in Leagues Cup play - see how both teams are trending and what to expect from this high-stakes clash.