Inter Miami had won just once in their last four games, but Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba made sure that skid didn’t extend, combining to lead an emphatic 3-1 win over the Seattle Sounders on Tuesday night. Billed as a Leagues Cup final rematch, the Herons looked intent on sending a message after being blanked in back-to-back games for the first time in Messi's tenure.
The injury suffered by Lionel Messi during Inter Miami's Leagues Cup clash with Necaxa has left the Herons camp "very sad", admits Jordi Alba.
Messi has undoubtedly raised the profile of MLS, but his decision to skip ASG could have lasting reverberations for the league
Per MLS rules, any player who does not participate in the All-Star Game without prior approval is ineligible for the next match
Garber declined to address any potential suspension for the Miami star duo, pointing to Inter Miami's recent matchload
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is not on the final MLS All-Star Game roster, sparking reaction across social media
Neither Messi or Alba participated in his week's All-Star training sessions, and both have been left off the final MLS game roster
Messi and Alba missed two mandatory training sessions for the MLS All-Star team, with some MLS players surprised by their absence
The Argentine star showcased his extraordinary vision with a brilliant assist to left-back Jordi Alba, helping the Herons level the score at 1-1
