Inter Miami vs Palmeiras Preview - Lionel Messi Backed to Strike at 1win

By Alex Waite

23 Jun 2025

Alex Waite 23 Jun 2025

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Lionel Messi fired home the decisive goal in Inter Miami’s 2-1 triumph over Porto on Thursday.
The Argentine legend is tipped to find the net against Palmeiras.
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After opening his Club World Cup scoring tally in the previous fixture, Messi looks well-placed to add another goal to his name when Inter Miami take on Brazilian giants Palmeiras in Group A.

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Inter Miami vs Palmeiras Predictions - Back Messi in the Goals Markets

Both Inter Miami and Palmeiras share identical records in the Club World Cup so far in Group A. Each has recorded one victory and one draw across their first two fixtures.

Miami kicked off their campaign with a goalless stalemate against Al Ahly. Messi was among the standout performers, rattling the crossbar and registering five shots.

The MLS outfit then overturned a 1-0 deficit to secure a 2-1 win over Porto. After trailing at the break, second-half goals from Telasco Segovia and Messi sealed the comeback.

Messi continues to shine this season for Inter Miami, having netted 11 goals across 14 starts in all competitions.

Palmeiras, meanwhile, opened their campaign with a 0-0 draw versus Porto before claiming a 2-0 win over Al Ahly.

Although Palmeiras have been solid at the Club World Cup, their long-term form is patchy. The Brazilian outfit have won just two of their last five matches and has conceded four goals during that period.

Verdict

Inter Miami CF v Palmeiras

Lionel Messi has already made his mark in this year’s Club World Cup, delivering when it counts. As Inter Miami prepare to face Palmeiras, the veteran forward remains a prime candidate to score again in this Group A decider.