Messi faces 65,612-seat capacity in his likely last Foxborough appearance

Lionel Messi will step onto the pitch at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on Sunday, November 1, for what is likely his final regular-season home game in the state. The match pits the Inter Miami CF against the New England Revolution at 7:00 p.m., a contest that carries weight for both clubs as they battle for position in the Eastern Conference standings.

The encounter serves as a reunion for fans who packed the stadium in April 2024, when a record crowd of 65,612 watched Messi score twice in a 4-1 victory for Miami. That game set the attendance mark for the Revolution, a benchmark the club hopes to approach again as the season winds down toward the playoffs.

Messi arrives in Foxborough fresh from his farewell to the Argentine national team. The 39-year-old played his final international match against Benin in Buenos Aires on October 6, following his announcement of retirement from the national squad on August 31. Despite the recent emotional exit from international duty, his club form remains sharp. He has recorded 25 goals and 14 assists in 27 appearances this season, continuing to lead Inter Miami’s attack.

The matchup features two top teams in the Eastern Conference separated by a narrow margin. As of the October 17 matchday, Inter Miami held second place with 55 points, while the Revolution sat in third with 52. The Revolution secured their return to the playoffs for the first time since 2023 in mid-October. However, the standings are not yet fixed. The Revolution host the Philadelphia Union on Saturday before facing Miami, meaning the table could shift before kickoff.

The two sides last met in April, resulting in a 1-1 draw in Miami. Carles Gil scored for New England, while Germán Berterame equalized for Inter Miami. This Sunday’s game offers a rematch of that tight contest, with both teams seeking an advantage ahead of the postseason. Inter Miami’s roster also features compatriot Rodrigo de Paul and Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, who will make his first trip to Foxborough since joining the MLS.

Tickets for the event are available through revolutionsoccer.net/tickets or by calling 1-877-GET-REVS. Organizers advise fans to purchase tickets early, particularly those planning to use the special train service to avoid traffic. The train has limited capacity, requiring advance booking for those relying on the transit option to reach the stadium.