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Inter Miami begin construction new state-of-the-art stadium where Lionel Messi will play

Inter Miami begin construction new state-of-the-art stadium where Lionel Messi will play

Inter Miami have started construction on Miami Freedom Park, which will include a 25,000-seat stadium.

Josh Lawless

Josh Lawless

Inter Miami have announced construction has started on the Miami Freedom Park project, which will include a new state-of-the-art stadium where Lionel Messi and company will play.

David Beckham's franchise were set up in 2018 in line with the terms of his LA Galaxy contract signed in 2007 and started competing in the MLS Eastern Conference in 2020.

Home games have been played at the DRV PNK Stadium, which houses 21,000 fans in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

But after bringing in three of the best players in football history in Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, the Herons have a brand new stadium on the horizon.

Inter confirmed that work has began on a monumental 131-acre development featuring a 25,000 stadium, 58-acre public park and "entertainment district".

The privately funding project will be have sports facilities for the local community, as well as a hotel, shops, restaurants.

Real estate investment veteran Devon McCorkle has been brought onboard to lead the project, with firms like Arquitectonica, Manica, and CAA Icon all involved in the architecture, design and management of the stadium.

Crew and equipment is now on site at the location of the former Melreese Country Club and it's hoped that all work will be concluded by 2025.

The Leagues Cup champions will no doubt be hoping talisman Messi will still be around to play in the new arena.

Image: Getty
Image: Getty

"With Inter Miami my family set out to build something truly transformational. In just four years we have changed the perception worldwide of American soccer. As we commence construction of Miami Freedom Park that same vision guides us,” owner Jorge Mas said, as per Inter's official website.

“In creating a multi-faceted space we will set a new standard of what sport complexes can be. We look forward to delivering a food and entertainment destination for families to enjoy year-round.

"I can’t wait to welcome our fans to our state-of-the-art stadium and hear the chants as Messi and your Inter Miami players take the pitch for the first time in 2025.”

Featured Image Credit: Inter Miami

Topics: Inter Miami, Lionel Messi

Josh is a sports journalist who specialises in football and wrestling. He has been published by Curzon Ashton FC, Late Tackle, Manchester City FC, The Mirror, Read Man City and Manchester Evening News. He provides coverage of professional wrestling and has interviewed some of the biggest names in the field - including the first UK interview with The Hardy Boyz after their return to WWE. He has never sported a pair of Lonsdale Slip-ons, contrary to reports.

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