Miami Sports Guide August 12–19: Games, Matches & Sporting Events This Week
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Miami Living's picks for sports events from August 12–19, featuring Inter Miami CF in Leagues Cup action, Miami Marlins home stands, international rugby and professional wrestling all on the schedule across South Florida. Here are the top games and sporting events to catch this week.
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Inter Miami CF
Inter Miami CF vs. León — August 12, 7:30 PM
Venue: Nu Stadium
Competition: Leagues Cup
Inter Miami hosts León on Wednesday night in a Leagues Cup matchup that puts South Florida's biggest soccer club up against Mexican opposition. It is one of the week's marquee sporting events and a chance to see Inter Miami compete in an international club competition on home turf.
Miami Marlins
Pittsburgh Pirates at Miami Marlins — August 12, 6:40 PM
Venue: loanDepot Park
Competition: MLB
The Pittsburgh Pirates come to loanDepot Park on Wednesday evening for an MLB matchup with the Marlins. This is a classic weeknight option for Miami baseball fans, with the two teams meeting under the lights in Little Havana.
Pittsburgh Pirates at Miami Marlins — August 13, 1:10 PM
Venue: loanDepot Park
Competition: MLB
The Pirates and Marlins meet again Thursday afternoon, giving baseball fans a daytime option at loanDepot Park. The first pitch offers a different game-day experience from Wednesday night's matchup and another opportunity to see the Marlins at home.
International Rugby
U.S. National Rugby Union Team vs. Argentina National Rugby Union Team — August 15, 7:30 PM
Saturday night brings an international rugby matchup to South Florida, with the U.S. National Rugby Union Team facing Argentina at Chase Stadium. For Miami-area sports fans, it is an opportunity to see international competition in a venue more commonly associated with soccer.
Coastal Championship Wrestling
Rumble In The Jungle — August 15, 8:00 PM
Professional wrestling takes over Doral on Saturday night with Coastal Championship Wrestling's Rumble In The Jungle. The event at Tripping Animals Brewing Co. offers a more intimate alternative to the weekend's larger stadium sporting events.
Inter Miami CF II
New England Revolution II at Inter Miami CF II — August 19, 7:00 PM
Venue: Chase Stadium
Competition: MLS NEXT Pro
The week closes with Inter Miami CF II hosting New England Revolution II at Chase Stadium on Wednesday evening. The MLS NEXT Pro matchup gives fans another chance to watch young players and developing talent competing in a professional environment.
