The 2025 MLS All-Star Game in Austin, Texas, might be missing its biggest star 🌟. Lionel Messi and Inter Miami teammate Jordi Alba skipped Monday's training, sparking concerns about their participation in Wednesday's clash against Liga MX All-Stars. While no official announcement has been made, coach Nico Estevez told reporters: "I hope [Messi] can be here… having the best player in history is very important."
Messi has played every minute of Miami's last 19 matches despite past injuries 🩹. If he sits out without a valid medical reason, he could face a one-match suspension for Miami's weekend game against Cincinnati ⚠️.
The event brings together players from across the league, including English striker Sam Surridge, who's tied with Messi for the MLS goal lead (18 ⚽). "Training was brilliant—getting to know the lads," Surridge said, calling the All-Star experience "very unique."
This marks MLS's fourth showdown against Liga MX All-Stars, with the Mexican league winning last year's edition 4-1 🏆. Will Messi make a surprise appearance? Stay tuned! 📲
