Messi is joining the MLS, but it's unlikely he'll play in Philly soon

Why it matters: Everyone is hoping to catch a glimpse of one of the best soccer players of all-time.

Yes, but: Philly fans will be disappointed to learn the chances of Messi suiting up against the Union on June 24 are slim.

• His contract with France's Paris Saint-Germain doesn't expire until six days after Miami's visit to Subaru Park, and the Union already played in Miami this season, per the Inquirer.

The bottom line: It's possible they could meet in the playoffs, but that looks unlikely right now.

• The Union are third in the Eastern Conference standings. But the Herons are sitting in the conference cellar and recently fired their manager, so Messi has a lot of work to do.