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Did Lionel Messi and Inter Miami cancel on Flamengo for Cristiano Ronaldo showdown? Herons back out of preseason friendly amid claims they've accepted lucrative proposal from Middle East

<a href="https://ge.globo.com/google/amp/futebol/times/flamengo/noticia/2023/11/28/time-de-messi-desiste-de-jogo-mas-pre-temporada-do-flamengo-nos-eua-e-mantida-veja-programacao.ghtml" target="_blank">Globo</a> claim that the Herons are moving fast with their preseason plans. Despite previous uncertainty over whether or not Inter Miami would entertain friendly offers with Saudi Pro League clubs, it appears that the David Beckham-led club will now be flying across the world ahead of the 2024 MLS campaign. Flamengo, meanwhile, are scheduling a January contest with fellow Florida MLS side Orlando City following the apparent cancellation of their previously-arranged game.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Inter Miami have <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/lionel-messi-vs-cristiano-ronaldo-off-inter-miami-issue-statement/blt3a5a7069cd263648" target="_blank">denied the agreement of any friendly against Al-Nassr</a> after it was claimed that <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/cristiano-ronaldo-lionel-messi-inter-miami-al-nassr-riyadh-season-cup/blte7c0c2c87e1b1e96#cs60ec894217b23ef0" target="_blank">Miami would participate in a three-team tournament alongside Ronaldo's side and Al-Hilal.</a> It now appears that the match could be back on.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Messi and Ronaldo have clashed a total of 36 times over their storied careers, with their first meeting coming in 2008. The Argentine leads the way between the two with 16 wins to Ronaldo's 11.

DID YOU KNOW?

The club is currently in offseason mode, with the players enjoying their time away from the pitch while looking ahead to preseason in 2024. Although the schedule is not confirmed, it seems as though the Herons are looking to be ambitious ahead of their next campaign, with high-profile friendlies like these populating the rumor mill. Regardless of what happens, it's an important few months for Tata Martino and Co as they look to build on their Leagues Cup success.

WHAT NEXT FOR INTER MIAMI?

Did Lionel Messi and Inter Miami cancel on Flamengo for Cristiano Ronaldo showdown? Herons back out of preseason friendly amid claims they've accepted lucrative proposal from Middle East | Goal.com

Per a report, the Herons have backed out of a January preseason friendly with Flamengo in favor of a match in the &apos;Middle East.&apos;

Did Lionel Messi and Inter Miami cancel on Flamengo for Cristiano Ronaldo showdown? Herons back out of preseason friendly amid claims they&apos;ve accepted lucrative proposal from Middle East