FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.—Tonight, Lionel Messi is set to make his debut in the MLS Cup Playoffs as Inter Miami takes on Atlanta United at Chase Stadium, marking the start of their best-of-three first-round series.

You can watch the match live for free via the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, starting at 8:30 p.m. ET (9:30 p.m. Argentina time).

Messi has led Inter Miami to win the MLS Supporters’ Shield for having the best record in the league and they set a new MLS record with 74 points during the regular season. Additionally, he has been named one of five finalists for MLS MVP.

Now, Inter Miami aims to capture its third title since Messi’s arrival, whereas Messi is looking to secure his 47^th title across club and national team competitions in his legendary career.

“I believe we are among the favorites,” Messi mentioned in a pre-match interview with Apple TV and 433 Football, expressing confidence in Inter Miami’s chances for the MLS Cup. “We have developed as a team and learned to compete effectively. While there are other strong teams that will pose a challenge, I think the respect is mutual.”

Here’s all the essential information for the match. Make sure to check live scores and highlights after the game starts:

How to watch Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United free live stream

This match can be streamed without payment on Apple TV, which anticipates this could be the most-watched match in the history of the MLS Season Pass.

TikTok Messi cam: How to follow Messi’s live stream on TikTok

The official TikTok accounts of @MLS and @InterMiamiCF will provide a live stream of Messi during the playoff match. This marks the first instance in TikTok’s history of a single athlete being featured live throughout an entire soccer game.

Is Messi playing tonight?

Yes, Messi is anticipated to be part of the starting lineup for Inter Miami’s playoff match against Atlanta.

Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United betting odds

Here are the latest BETMGM moneyline odds: Inter Miami (-250); Atlanta (+575); Draw after regulation (+400). The over/under is set at 3.5 goals.

The odds have shifted noticeably since Tuesday: Inter Miami’s odds improved from -210 to -250, while Atlanta’s dropped from +425 to +575.

Messi enters the MLS Cup Playoffs at peak performance

Messi has fully recovered from his ankle injury sustained during the Copa America. He seems to be in outstanding form, possibly better than ever since joining Inter Miami, having scored two hat tricks in his last two games.

He was also recognized as one of the five finalists for MLS MVP on Thursday and is a leading contender to win the award.

Moreover, Messi’s marketing initiatives are thriving, including the launch of the Captain Messi superhero toy in partnership with Hard Rock International, among other projects he is involved in off the field.

Inter Miami vs. Atlanta stats

This MLS Cup Playoff matchup is particularly exciting, as Atlanta is one of the only four teams that managed to defeat Inter Miami this season.

Messi scored in the 3-1 loss to Atlanta on May 29. It’s worth noting this match occurred just three days after Inter Miami’s long trip to Vancouver, the longest journey in MLS.

Additionally, the teams faced off in a 2-2 draw on September 18 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where Messi, coming off the bench, did not score during his limited playing time.

Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United MLS Cup Playoff Series

Game 2 is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. If a Game 3 is necessary, it will take place on Saturday, November 9, at Chase Stadium.

The victorious team will advance to compete against the winner of the match between No. 4 Orlando City and No. 5 Charlotte.

MLS Cup Playoff format

The MLS Cup Playoffs do not follow a conventional two-game aggregate score format. Instead, every game in the playoffs is treated as a standalone event where teams can secure victory. If there is a tie at the end of regulation in the first round, the teams will immediately enter a penalty shootout.