Will Casemiro Make His Highly Anticipated MLS Debut for Inter Miami Against CF Montreal?
Casemiro is set to make his Major League Soccer debut on Saturday night, just weeks after Brazil's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. Inter Miami manager Guillermo Hoyos has added the 34-year-old midfielder to the starting lineup for the away match against CF Montréal, as the team seeks its sixth consecutive win.
Following his participation in all five of Brazil's World Cup matches, Casemiro required no ramp-up time to achieve match fitness. He signed with Inter Miami as a free agent earlier this week, with a contract through the end of the 2027 MLS season and an option to extend until 2028-29.
Casemiro chose Inter Miami over other options, citing the city and the opportunity to play with Lionel Messi and the reigning MLS Cup champions. However, he will have to wait until August to share the pitch with Messi and Rodrigo De Paul, who are currently on vacation after the World Cup final.
The Brazilian midfielder fills a key void in Inter Miami's midfield, taking on a transitional role previously played by Sergio Busquets. Casemiro aims to leverage the MLS level to his advantage, building on his nine goals and two assists for Manchester United last season. After Saturday's match, Inter Miami will face Columbus Crew and then compete in the 2026 Leagues Cup.
Following his participation in all five of Brazil's World Cup matches, Casemiro required no ramp-up time to achieve match fitness. He signed with Inter Miami as a free agent earlier this week, with a contract through the end of the 2027 MLS season and an option to extend until 2028-29.
Casemiro chose Inter Miami over other options, citing the city and the opportunity to play with Lionel Messi and the reigning MLS Cup champions. However, he will have to wait until August to share the pitch with Messi and Rodrigo De Paul, who are currently on vacation after the World Cup final.
The Brazilian midfielder fills a key void in Inter Miami's midfield, taking on a transitional role previously played by Sergio Busquets. Casemiro aims to leverage the MLS level to his advantage, building on his nine goals and two assists for Manchester United last season. After Saturday's match, Inter Miami will face Columbus Crew and then compete in the 2026 Leagues Cup.
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