Inter Miami CF's preseason friendly against Ecuadorian side Independiente del Valle, scheduled for February 13, has been officially postponed for two weeks. The Herons started their preseason friendlies with a humbling 3-0 loss to Peruvian side Alianza Lima on January 25. They went on to win their next preseason clash 2-1 against Colombian side Atletico Nacional Medellin. Last weekend, Lionel Messi started Miami's third preseason friendly vs. Barcelona S.C., which ended in a 2-2 draw. The ex-FC Barcelona star couldn't play the entire game as he left the pitch in the 58th minute after suffering a muscle strain in his left hamstring. Following Messi's injury, Inter Miami has now announced it will postpone its final preseason friendly before the 2026 MLS season kicks off. The match is now scheduled to kick off at 7:00 pm EST on February 26 at Estadio Juan Ramón Loubriel. The club also revealed that Leo didn't practice on Wednesday, February 11, due to the hamstring issue continuing to linger. Messi shared a heartfelt message to fans after the postponement, explaining the situation and hoping to see them soon. The postponement has raised concerns about Messi's availability for Miami's 2026 MLS season opener against Los Angeles FC on February 21. Javier Mascherano's side would like to start the season strongly, and having Leo on the pitch could be key. The Herons will now focus on Messi's recovery timeline, and all eyes will be on his progress in the coming days. The club's decision to postpone the match was made in collaboration with the event promoter and the government of Puerto Rico, ensuring the best experience for fans. As the new date approaches, Inter Miami CF's fans will be eagerly waiting to see their team in action, with Messi's participation still uncertain. The team's preparation for the 2026 MLS season will continue, with the hope of starting the season on a positive note. And with the postponement, the fans in Puerto Rico will have to wait a little longer to see their favorite team play. But the extra time will allow the team to regroup and come back stronger. So, the wait continues, and the excitement builds up for the new date, February 26.