The final stages of the Major League Soccer regular season bring a clash of two Eastern Conference teams with vastly different aspirations, overshadowed by the potential availability of the league's biggest star.
Currently sitting third in the Eastern Conference, the Herons have already secured qualification but remain in contention for a top-two finish and potential home-field advantage. Their recent 4-1 victory over New England ended a brief winless run, though inconsistency has been a concern in recent weeks.
The major talking point, however, surrounds Lionel Messi’s availability. With Argentina playing friendlies during the same window, Inter Miami are hopeful their talisman will feature before rejoining national team duties. His presence could prove decisive as Javier Mascherano’s men aim to close the season on a high.
At the other end of the table, Atlanta United are enduring a campaign to forget. The Five Stripes sit 14th in the Eastern Conference, already eliminated from playoff contention and struggling for form with just one win in their last 16 matches. Back-to-back defeats to LAFC and New England have underlined their defensive frailties and lack of confidence in attack.
For Ronny Deila’s side, this fixture offers little more than an opportunity to restore pride and potentially spoil Miami’s playoff seeding. With several players also away on international duty, Atlanta face an uphill task against one of the league’s most talented squads.
Here's everything you need to know about Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United, including TV channel and streaming options for the MLS game.
Where to watch Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United: Live stream, TV channel
- TV channel: -
- Live stream: Apple TV
This match is not available for live TV broadcast in the US. Streaming options are available on Apple TV, with the MLS Season Pass, and the SiriusXM App.
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Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United start time
- Date: Saturday, October 11
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | 4:30 p.m. PT
Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United will kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, October 11 from the Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
MLS schedule this week
All times in ET
Saturday, October 11
- Orlando vs. Vancouver (7:30 p.m.)
- Inter Miami vs. Atalanta United (7:30 p.m.)
- Seattle vs. Salt Lake (9:30 p.m.)
- LA Galaxy vs. Dallas (10:30 p.m.)
Sunday, October 12
- Austin vs. LAFC (7:00 p.m.)