Lionel Messi’s absence from the MLS All-Star Game raised questions about his health, but Inter Miami FC coach Javier Mascherano has put those concerns to rest. Messi was selected for the game but didn’t travel and missed the event along with Inter Miami teammate Jordi Alba.

FC Cincinnati is preparing for a critical match against Inter Miami after defeating them last week, but this time Lionel Messi won't play.

Inter Miami played FC Cincinnati to a 0-0 draw without the suspended Lionel Messi. Messi was not available for Saturday's game after he and teammate Jordi Alba were suspended one match by Major League Soccer for skipping the All-Star game.