Michelle Kaufman Breaks Down the Messi/Inter Miami Controversy

Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald joins the show to break down the growing tension between Inter Miami’s supporter group “La Familia” and the club, including Lionel Messi, over what fans feel is a lack of acknowledgment during home matches. La Familia, who have supported the club since its early days before Messi’s arrival, even staged a silent protest that lasted nearly 85 minutes before turning into a pointed chant directed at the players, which was later taken offensively by Messi. Kaufman explains how the situation has escalated but also notes that recent meetings between the supporters and club leadership were reportedly positive, with La Familia expected to return to full support this weekend. The discussion also touches on the broader disconnect between Inter Miami and the city, including the lack of a championship celebration after winning MLS, and whether it may now be too late to properly honor that title run.