Inter Miami faces the challenge of competing without Lionel Messi while their star player fulfills his international duties. Here's how the team plans to maintain its level in MLS during his absence.

Lionel Messi is just a handful of goal contributions away from becoming Inter Miami's record goal scorer and assists leader. The 37-year-old routinely either finds the back of the net or sets up a fellow teammate whenever he's been fit and available for selection.

Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to its first ever Supporters’ Shield with a 3-2 victory over the Columbus Crew Wednesday night, winning his second title with the club and his 46th overall.