Inter Miami possible starting lineup:
Callender; Weigandt, Sailor, Aviles, Alba; Ruiz, Busquets, Gomez; Gressel, Suarez, Messi, Taylor
Monterrey possible starting lineup:
Andrada; Medina, Guzman, Moreno, Arteaga; Rodriguez, Romo, Canales; Meza, Gallardo; Vazquez
Busquets took on the role of center-back over the weekend, prompting speculation about whether Martinez will adopt the same strategy in this upcoming match, especially considering the absence of Nicolas Freire and Sergii Kryvtsov due to muscle and hamstring injuries, respectively.
While Messi's absence remains a significant blow for the Herons, he is just one of several players sidelined due to various injuries. Facundo Farias, Federico Redondo, Ian Fray, and Robbie Robinson are among those unavailable, while Benjamin Cremaschi is listed as a doubt.
Julian Gressel has been deputizing for Messi in recent games and is likely to retain his spot in the starting lineup. Additionally, right-back Marcelo Weigandt made his debut for the side against NYCFC and will be eager to secure another starting berth in the upcoming match.
On the other hand, the visitors boast a mostly fit squad, with the exception of center-back Axel Grijalva, who faces an extended period on the sidelines due to a torn lateral knee ligament.
Victor Guzman and Hector Moreno are expected to continue forming the defensive duo, supported by Stefan Medina and Gerardo Arteaga on the flanks, while Esteban Andrada guards the goal.