Inter Miami CF, officially Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami, is a professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), based in South Florida and currently playing home matches at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, with plans to relocate to the new Miami Freedom Park in 2026[1][2]. The club was established as the second attempt to bring top-tier soccer to Miami after the Miami Fusion folded in 2002, and began MLS play in 2020—an inaugural season disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which limited fan attendance and resulted in an early playoff exit[1]. Owned by a high-profile group including soccer legend David Beckham and businessmen Jorge and Jose Mas, Inter Miami was designed to be both a local and international brand, reflecting the diverse, aspirational spirit of Miami itself[1][3]. The club’s branding—featuring pink, black, and white colors, and a logo with herons and a rising sun—visually connects with the region’s culture and identity[1]. From a business and technology perspective, Inter Miami’s rapid ascent is a case study in leveraging star power and digital engagement. The club’s international profile skyrocketed in 2023 with the signing of Lionel Messi, one of soccer’s greatest players, which dramatically increased global interest, merchandise sales, and ticket demand[1][2]. Messi’s arrival, alongside other high-profile signings like Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suárez, transformed the club into a global soccer brand virtually overnight[2]. On the field, Inter Miami’s key achievements include winning the 2023 Leagues Cup (their first major trophy) and securing the 2024 Supporters’ Shield, which qualified them as hosts for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup[2]. These successes have elevated the club’s estimated value to $1.2 billion as of 2025