Inter Miami CF’s Lionel Messi will not be participating in this week’s MLS All-Star Game, as confirmed by the league on Monday. This decision comes in the wake of Messi sustaining an ankle injury during his team’s Copa América final victory over Colombia. The absence of the Argentina superstar will undoubtedly be felt by fans and teammates alike, especially considering his exceptional form and impact on the team.
In addition to Messi, his teammate Luis Suárez will also be sitting out the All-Star Game due to what the team has described as “knee discomfort.” With both Messi and Suárez sidelined, Inter Miami will be missing two key players who have been instrumental in the team’s success so far this season.
While Messi and Suárez’s absence is significant, they are not the only notable players who will be missing from the All-Star lineup. Real Salt Lake striker Cristian Arango, the current league leader in goals, will also be unavailable due to a four-match suspension for violating the anti-harassment policy. Arango’s impressive goal-scoring record has been a highlight of the season, making his absence a disappointment for fans and teammates alike.
The absence of Messi and Suárez will undoubtedly be a blow to Inter Miami as they prepare for the upcoming MLS All-Star Game. Both players have been key contributors to the team’s success this season, with Messi’s 25 goal contributions making him the quickest player to reach this milestone in MLS history. Their presence on the field will be sorely missed, and it will be up to the remaining players to step up in their absence.
Despite the absence of key players like Messi, Suárez, and Arango, the MLS All-Star Game promises to be an exciting showcase of talent from both the MLS and Liga MX. Fans can still look forward to seeing top players like Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba in action, as they take on the best talent from Mexico’s top league. The game is set to kick off at 8 p.m. ET on July 24th, and promises to be a thrilling display of skill and competition.