Inter Miami Shocks Fans with Eye-Watering Price Tags on Exclusive Lionel Messi Collectibles
The field where Lionel Messi claimed his historic 47th career trophy and witnessed numerous MLS milestones with Inter Miami will soon find its way into supporters' homes worldwide, as the Florida-based team provides enthusiasts an opportunity to buy portions of Chase Stadium's turf at staggering costs.
Although the Herons will host one Concacaf Champions Cup fixture at their initial temporary facility in Fort Lauderdale, the organization is getting ready to depart this location for their brand-new permanent stadium, Miami Freedom Park, situated in downtown Miami, come April 2026.
However, the team revealed its "The O.G." merchandise line before the holiday season, giving supporters the opportunity to acquire pieces of the playing surface, which will be preserved in collectibles like keychains and clear display cases.
Even for a field that witnessed the dedication and effort of football icons, including Messi, Luis Suárez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, the costs are astounding.
A clear keychain represents the most affordable item in the series, priced at $50, containing individual grass blades preserved within an acrylic casing. The transparent display boxes are priced between $200–750, based on their dimensions.
Buying stadium components before demolition is standard practice in North American athletics. Nevertheless, few organizations provide the chance to obtain natural turf.
Typically, franchises sell seating from the facilities, or other structural elements, seldom the actual playing field, whether synthetic or natural. Messi's previous team, Barcelona, did provide some turf purchases from the former Camp Nou, prior to its recent reopening and reconstruction with significantly lower pricing, beginning at $60 for compact acrylic containers.
Miami's Chase Stadium playing surface consists of Latitude 36 Bermuda Grass, recognized for its outstanding cold resistance, delicate texture, and excellent durability under heavy use, making it popular for athletic fields in hotter and more humid environments.
The Herons' concluding match at Chase Stadium occurs during a two-part Concacaf Champions Cup series against either Nashville SC or Atlético Ottawa, an affiliate of Atlético Madrid, on March 18.