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NYCFC Hosts Inter Miami, Fans Excited for Messi

3/22/2026

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New York City FC hosts Inter Miami at Yankee Stadium amid Lionel Messi's presence.
Third Rail president Andrew Tucker says many attendees come to see Messi, frustrating local fans.
Brad Sims, NYCFC CEO, says season-ticket requests are rising and tickets are being made more affordable.
The match matters as NYCFC seeks to avenge last year's playoff loss to Inter Miami.
Coach Pascal Jansen stresses avoiding mistakes against a high-quality opponent.

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Story summary

New York City FC hosts Inter Miami at Yankee Stadium amid Lionel Messi's presence.
Third Rail president Andrew Tucker says many attendees come to see Messi, frustrating local fans.
Brad Sims, NYCFC CEO, says season-ticket requests are rising and tickets are being made more affordable.
The match matters as NYCFC seeks to avenge last year's playoff loss to Inter Miami.
Coach Pascal Jansen stresses avoiding mistakes against a high-quality opponent.