Lionel Messi scored his second goal of the season less than two minutes after he entered the game as a second-half substitute, and Inter Miami held on for a 2-1 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Union.

Lionel Messi made an immediate impact for Inter Miami against the Philadelphia Union on Saturday night. Messi returned to the lineup and scored less than two minutes after subbing into the match early in the second half.

Messi has been recovering from a groin injury suffered earlier this month. He's available, but it remains to be seen how much. And he's far from the only Miami player who can give the Union trouble.

After a strong start to the season, Inter Miami looks like an MLS powerhouse under Javier Mascherano. While Lionel Messi leads the team, the spotlight shifted to one of his Argentine teammates, who may choose to represent Chile at the international level.

Will Lionel Messi start for Inter Miami against Philadelphia Union? That's the question on every fan's mind. While Javier Mascherano has confirmed Messi is likely to be in the squad, his inclusion in the starting eleven remains uncertain.

Lionel Messi's status remains a concern for Inter Miami as the Herons prepare to face the Eastern Conference leaders, Philadelphia Union.