Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba are “extremely upset” after being suspended for Inter Miami’s home match against FC Cincinnati on Saturday due to their absence from this week’s MLS All-Star Game, according to Miami managing owner Jorge Mas.

(Reuters) -Argentine midfielder Rodrigo de Paul has left Atletico Madrid and will join Major League Soccer side Inter Miami, the LaLiga club announced Friday. "Rodrigo de Paul bids farewell to Atletico Madrid and will continue his professional career at Inter Miami,

Lionel Messi is the most decorated footballer in the history. The 2024 Copa America was his 45th trophy he has lifted in his glittering career at senior level.

While soccer fans around the world were hoping to see Lionel Messi in action for the MLS All-Stars, it seems like the Inter Miami skipper had different plans. According to MLS officials, Messi has confirmed his absence from the game,

Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba look likely to be available for Inter Miami CF's clash with FC Cincinnati on Saturday, despite skipping the MLS All-Star Game, which according to league rules is supposed to amount to a one-game suspension.

Messi has undoubtedly raised the profile of MLS, but his decision to skip ASG could have lasting reverberations for the league

Lionel Messi has launched a new 'global tournament' culminating in competing 'ballers' playing in front of the icon in Miami.