Inter Miami Manager Javier Mascherano Calls Out MLS For Lionel Messi Suspension

Inter Miami Manager Javier Mascherano Calls Out MLS For Lionel Messi Suspension

The MLS made waves when they announced the decision to suspend Inter Miami star Lionel Messi for not taking part in the All-Star Game. This prompted criticism from the club’s manager Javier Mascherano.Due to a grueling schedule that included their participation in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Messi and left-back Jordi Alba chose to not take part in the festivities despite earning selections to the All-Star team.League rules state that any playe…

ESPN FC's Stevie Nicol goes nuclear over Lionel Messi suspension

Unlike other All-Star Games in North America, it’s not acceptable to decline an invitation or withdraw from an exhibition match without permission in Major League Soccer. Neither Lionel Messi nor Jordi Alba received prior approval from the MLS, as the Inter Miami stars skipped the league’s All-Star Game earlier this week in Austin, Texas. Both stars appear to misunderstand the league’s stance, despite MLS Commissioner Don Garber reaffirming the …