MIAMI — Lionel Messi is set to return to action with his club Inter Miami on Saturday (Sunday in Manila) after spending over two months out with an ankle injury, Miami coach Gerardo Martino said on Friday.

"Yes, he is fine," Martino said before training Friday. "He trained [Thursday]; he is in the plans for the game. After training, we will figure out the strategy for him, but he is available," added the Argentine.

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