After leading Inter Miami to the Leagues Cup final with a two-goal performance, Lionel Messi will shift his focus back to international duty. In addition to World Cup qualifiers, Argentina have lined up an October friendly in the U.S. against Venezuela, according to national team insider Gaston Edul.

Edul reported on his X account (formerly Twitter) that Lionel Scaloni’s side will face Venezuela between October 10–14 as part of their tour in the United States. While the venue has not been confirmed, Edul previously noted that Chicago and New Jersey are the likely host cities.

Coincidentally, Venezuela will also face Argentina in a World Cup qualifier on September 4. That match will hold special meaning for Messi, who recently acknowledged it will be his final qualifier played in Argentin

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