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Inter Miami CF’s path toward the 2026 season is becoming clearer as the club finalizes plans for a South American tour that will headline the Inter Miami 2026 preseason. Multiple Latin American outlets, including El Nuevo Herald, report that Miami will travel across Peru, Colombia and Ecuador as part of its structured preseason slate following the holiday break.
The tour represents Inter Miami’s return to international preseason play, pairing global exposure with competitive opposition ahead of the MLS campaign.
Champions Tour: Confirmed Friendly Matches
Inter Miami is expected to open its preseason schedule in late January, with three international friendlies already confirmed as part of the club’s Champions Tour:
- January 24 — Inter Miami vs. Alianza Lima
Lima, Peru - January 31 — Inter Miami vs. Atlético Nacional
Medellín, Colombia - February 7 — Inter Miami vs. Barcelona SC
Guayaquil, Ecuador
These fixtures offer Inter Miami a unique blend of footballing cultures and top-tier South American competition, continuing the club’s pattern of challenging itself abroad during preseason tournaments. Previous international tours have strengthened Miami’s global presence, and this upcoming slate reinforces the club’s broader vision ahead of 2026. It also gives Javier Mascherano an early opportunity to evaluate his latest signings, including the new additions outlined in our transfer update: latest signings.
Official Confirmation and Regional Impact
Reporting from El Nuevo Herald indicates the tour is not speculative but a confirmed part of Inter Miami’s 2026 preseason structure. These confirmations reflect significant regional anticipation around the club’s visit, especially given the strong footballing histories of Lima, Medellín and Guayaquil. Spanish-language media coverage underscores Inter Miami’s growing international relevance and the heightened attention surrounding its preseason approach.
When Will Inter Miami Reassemble?
Inter Miami’s players are scheduled to return earlier in January, with physical testing and preseason training beginning the week of January 12. This gives the squad roughly twelve days of domestic preparation before traveling for the Inter Miami 2026 preseason tour.
During this opening phase, coaching staff will reintroduce tactical work, integrate returning players and assess fitness levels before match play begins in Peru.
Why This Preseason Matters
The South American tour goes beyond marketing value. Facing historic clubs in football-centric environments offers Inter Miami:
Match sharpness before MLS competition
Tactical challenges against contrasting styles
Evaluation time for roster decisions
Growth of the club’s international brand identity
Development opportunities for depth players and new arrivals
Given Miami’s rising expectations after recent success, the preseason will help set competitive standards early in the 2026 campaign.
What Comes Next
Additional preseason fixtures may still be added either in North America or abroad as the MLS season approaches. Inter Miami is expected to release full preseason information, including broadcast details and training dates, in the coming weeks.
IMNH and InterMiamiDaily will continue tracking updates as preparations officially begin.
For official club announcements, visit the MLS website at https://www.mlssoccer.com/
