Inter Miami is set to kick off their Leagues Cup 2025 campaign by hosting Liga MX powerhouse Atlas at Chase Stadium this Wednesday. This highly anticipated match marks the beginning of the revamped tournament’s Phase One, where Javier Mascherano’s squad, bolstered by the return of Lionel Messi, aims for a strong start. As the 2023 Leagues Cup champions, the Herons are eager to secure their second title in three years, targeting a top-four finish in the MLS section to advance to the quarterfinals. This initial clash against Atlas is crucial for setting the tone for their journey through the competition.
The Herons will face three Liga MX clubs this week, including Atlas, Necaxa, and Pumas UNAM. Despite playing these Mexican teams, Inter Miami’s points will be tallied against the 17 other MLS clubs participating in the tournament to determine the top four qualifiers from their section. While Inter Miami enters Wednesday’s game with mixed form in MLS, having recently won one of their last three matches, Messi’s return is expected to provide a significant boost against the challenging Mexican opposition. Their goal is clear: to leverage their home advantage and Messi’s impact to quickly climb the ranks and improve their chances of securing a coveted spot in the knockout rounds under the new format.
Atlas, known for consistently reaching the knockout rounds in previous Leagues Cup editions, aims to match or surpass their past performance by finishing among the top four Mexican sides in their section. Although they’ve had mixed results recently, an encouraging performance against the Messi-led Inter Miami could significantly benefit Gonzalo Pineda’s team as they look ahead to matches against Orlando City and Atlanta United. Despite a 15-match run without a clean sheet, Atlas is determined to start their Leagues Cup 2025 journey strong in Florida, setting the stage for an exciting international club football showdown.
If you’re wondering how to catch all the action live—whether from the United States or Mexico—here’s everything you need to know, including start time, TV channels, live stream options, and potential starting lineups.
The official Concacaf tournament will feature a new format in which Liga MX clubs will face Major League Soccer clubs. Fans will be able to watch all matches with MLS Season Pass on Apple TV from July 29 to August 31. | Photo by mlssoccer.com
When is the Inter Miami vs Atlas for the 2025 Leagues Cup Phase One match?
- Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025
- Kick-off time: 7:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM CT / 4:30 PM PT
- Venue: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
How to Watch the Inter Miami vs Atlas for the 2025 Leagues Cup Phase One match in the US
MLS Season Pass (Apple TV App)
- The full match will be streamed for free on Apple’s MLS Season Pass, with commentary in both English and Spanish.
- No regional blackouts apply.
How to Watch the Inter Miami vs Atlas for the 2025 Leagues Cup Phase One match in Mexico
- MLS Season Pass via Apple TV is also available in Mexico with no regional restrictions.
- Some coverage may be provided by local broadcasters like ViX or TUDN, but the main live stream is through Apple TV.
Inter Miami and Atlas face off in Phase 1 of the 2025 Leagues Cup. Check the exact match time in every time zone around the world and don't miss this exciting international duel. | Photo by mlssoccer.com / Inter Miami CF Facebook / Depor
How to Watch the Inter Miami vs Atlas for the 2025 Leagues Cup Phase One match in the UK
Bet365
- The full match will be streamed on Bet365, but you will have to subscribe first.
How to Watch the Inter Miami vs Atlas for the 2025 Leagues Cup Phase One match in Canada
MLS Season Pass (Apple TV App)
- The full match will be streamed for free on Apple’s MLS Season Pass, with commentary in both English and Spanish.
- No regional blackouts apply.
Who’s Playing? Inter Miami vs. Atlas Lineups
While the official starting lineups are expected to be confirmed just hours before kickoff, here are some of the stars expected to feature:
Inter Miami (4-4-2): Ustari; Alba, Allen, Falcon, Weigandt; Segovia, Busquets, Redondo, Allende; Suarez, Messi.
Atlas (3-4-3): Vargas; Doria, Aguirre, Rios; Lozano, Hernandez Flores, Rocha, Gustavo Ferrareis; Aguirre, Durdevic, Gonzalez.
