Robert Lewandowski set for MLS debut: Confirmed lineups for Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire
worldsoccertalk.com · 5 days ago
Despite having the top scorer of the 2026 MLS season, Chicago Fire decided to make Robert Lewandowski their new star. Ahead of today's match against Inter Miami, fans are closely watching his status, hoping for his debut. Chicago Fire have excelled in front of goal in the current 2026 MLS season. Hugo Cuypers is leading the league’s top scorer, surpassing Lionel Messi by scoring 13 goals. However, they decided to strengthen their attacking power even further by signing Robert Lewandowski as their marquee star. Ahead of today’s match against Inter Miami, fans are closely monitoring the Polish striker’s status. Robert Lewandowski is starting for Chicago Fire today, as he has no injuries and has trained normally. As the team’s biggest star, head coach Gregg Berhalter could look to build the attack around him in order to maximize his goalscoring ability. It also remains to be seen how he will fit him into his tactical setup. Alongside Lewandowski, head coach Gregg Berhalter is keeping Jonathan Bamba and Philip Zinckernagel as his attacking partners. However, Maren Haile-Selassie would have a bigger role in midfield, as he needs to be the central playmaker, distributing the ball and finding the Polish striker. Inter Miami will be without their biggest stars: Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul. After the 2026 World Cup, both players will take a few days off to avoid physical discomfort. As a result, all eyes will be on Luis Suárez and Germán Berterame, who will need to be at their best in front of goal. In addition, Micael and Gonzalo Luján could be responsible for providing defensive solidity to the team. Luis Suárez #9 of Inter Miami CF shoots during the MLS match vs Chicago Fire. Inter Miami confirmed lineup vs Chicago Fire As one of the best teams in MLS, Inter Miami return from the break looking for a convincing victory. Head coach Guillermo Hoyos will be forced to make changes to his starting lineup following the absences of Messi and De Paul. As a result, David Ruiz returns to the team, playing a key role alongside Yannick Bright. In addition, Luis Suarez and Germán Berterame lead the attack. The Herons lineup as follows: Dayne St Clair; Facundo Mura, Ian Fray, Micael, Sergio Reguilon; David Ruiz, Yannick Bright, Telasco Segovia; Mateo Silvetti; German Berterame, Luis Suarez. Chicago Fire confirmed lineup vs Inter Miami Chicago Fire are looking for a victory that would bring them closer to the MLS Cup title. To achieve this, head coach Gregg Berhalter will rely on Robert Lewandowski. Therefore, the main challenge will be defensive, as they need to be more solid to keep the team balanced. In addition, they will face the Herons and their outstanding attack. With this in mind, Chicago Fire may play as follows: Christopher Brady; Jonathan Dean, Jack Elliott, Joel Waterman, Andrew Gutman; Anton Saletros, Dje Tah D’Avilla; Philip Zinckernagel, Jonathan Bamba, Maren Haile-Selassie; Robert Lewandowski.
