Messi Misses the Cut: Inter Miami Superstar to Sit Out MLS All-Star Game
Lionel Messi, the Argentine superstar, is set to miss the MLS All-Star Game this week due to an ankle injury that saw him leave the Copa America final recently. The 37-year-old phenomenon was expected to make his debut at the annual match between an MLS XI and a Liga MX XI. However, he’s been listed as unavailable on the MLS website, along with his Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez.
This doesn’t come as a surprise, given the injuries Messi has been dealing with. Still, it’s a blow to fans eager to see him take the pitch with the best of the best. The six-time Ballon d’Or winner has been in impressive form, with 12 goals and 13 assists in his first 12 games of 2024. He’s the quickest to achieve 25 goal contributions in an MLS season, to put that into perspective.
Suarez, who recently returned from international duty after over 40 days away from the club, will also miss the All-Star Game due to knee discomfort. On the other hand, their teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets are expected to feature in the match.
The lack of Messi and Suarez will undoubtedly take some shine off the All-Star Game, but the match still promises to be an exciting encounter. The MLS roster includes notable players like Hugo Lloris, Christian Benteke, and Federico Bernardeschi, while Andre-Pierre Gignac and Salomon Rondon will represent the Liga MX All-Stars.
When Will Messi Make His Return?
At this point, it’s unclear when Messi will return to action for Inter Miami. Club officials haven’t given a timeline for his fitness and readiness to play, and coach [insert name here] has indicated that Messi’s injury is being evaluated weekly. Given the current condition of the Argentine star, it may take more than a few weeks for him to fully recover.
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