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Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba face one-match suspension after skipping MLS All-Star game
Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba Both could face a one-match suspension for missing the All-Star Game without a credible injury report. read more Lionel Messi missed the Major League Soccer All-Star Game against Liga MX on Wednesday night. Messi's teammate at Inter Miami, Jordi Alba, also missed the game. An MLS spokesperson said Inter Miami informed league officials that the two players will not appear in the match at Q2 Stadium. Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba could face suspension Both could face a one-match suspension for missing the All-Star Game without a credible injury report. The league will speak with Inter Miami officials before providing an update on possible suspensions. Also Read | MLS Commissioner Don Garber said Wednesday before the match that no decision has been made about suspensions for Messi and Alba. Inter Miami faces Cincinnati on Saturday. Garber did say that the league should have known earlier than it did that Messi and Alba would not appear. Messi missed the All-Star Game last year with an injury. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Messi is tied with Nashville forward Sam Surridge for the MLS lead in goals scored with 18. Messi has scored two goals in six of his last seven matches. More from Football
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Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba To Miss MLS All-Star Game
Lionel Messi will miss the Major League Soccer All-Star Game against Liga MX on Wednesday night. Messi's teammate at Inter Miami, Jordi Alba, will also miss the game. An MLS spokesperson said Inter Miami informed league officials that the two players will not appear in the match at Q2 Stadium. Both could face a one-match suspension for missing the All-Star Game without a credible injury report. The league will speak with Inter Miami officials before providing an update on possible suspensions. Messi missed the All-Star Game last year with an injury. Messi is tied with Nashville forward Sam Surridge for the MLS lead in goals scored with 18. Messi has scored two goals in six of his last seven matches. Reporting by The Associated Press. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! Get more from the MLS Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
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2 days ago
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Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba Facing Suspension? Inter Miami Stars Miss MLS All-Star Game, Face Reprimand
Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will miss the MLS All-Star Game against Liga MX at Q2 Stadium in Austin. Their absence could lead to suspensions as no injury reports were provided. Lionel Messi will not take part in the Major League Soccer All-Star Game against Liga MX, set to take place Wednesday night at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas. Inter Miami teammate Jordi Alba will also be absent from the high-profile event. An MLS spokesperson confirmed that Inter Miami had informed league officials of the duo's non-participation. Both players have been notably absent from this week's All-Star festivities, including public appearances and the pre-match skills competition. According to league rules, any player who misses the All-Star Game without a legitimate injury or medical reason may face disciplinary consequences, including a one-match suspension from club play. As of now, MLS has not received a credible injury report for either Messi or Alba. The league has stated that it will consult with Inter Miami officials before making a final determination on potential suspensions. Messi also missed last year's All-Star Game due to injury, but this time, the absence has not been accompanied by an explanation. Jordi Alba had been scheduled to participate in Tuesday night's All-Star Skills Challenge, an annual component of All-Star Week. However, he was withdrawn from the event without any public reasoning, and neither Inter Miami nor MLS has issued a statement addressing his or Messi's absences. Their withdrawal comes as a disappointment for fans and organizers alike, especially considering the draw and star power both players bring to league events. MLS All-Star Game: A Key Fixture Since 1996 The MLS All-Star Game has been a staple of the league since its inception in 1996. Originally played in an East vs. West format similar to other American sports leagues, the event evolved to feature a single MLS All-Star team taking on elite clubs from around the world. Over the years, teams such as Manchester United, Real Madrid, Chelsea, Juventus, Roma, Tottenham, and Arsenal have faced off against MLS's best. More recently, the format has shifted to pit the MLS All-Stars against a select squad from Mexico's Liga MX, highlighting the growing competitive and commercial partnership between the two leagues. (with agency inputs) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NBC News
2 days ago
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Lionel Messi faces suspension for missing MLS All-Star Game without an injury
AUSTIN, Texas — Lionel Messi will miss the Major League Soccer All-Star Game against Liga MX on Wednesday night. Messi's teammate at Inter Miami, Jordi Alba, will also miss the game. An MLS spokesperson said Inter Miami informed league officials that the two players will not appear in the match at Q2 Stadium. Both could face a one-match suspension for missing the All-Star Game without a credible injury report. The league will speak with Inter Miami officials before providing an update on possible suspensions. Messi missed the All-Star Game last year with an injury.
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
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Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba of Inter Miami to miss MLS All-Star Game in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi will miss the Major League Soccer All-Star Game against Liga MX on Wednesday night. Messi's teammate at Inter Miami, Jordi Alba, will also miss the game. An MLS spokesperson said Inter Miami informed league officials that the two players will not appear in the match at Q2 Stadium. Both could face a one-match suspension for missing the All-Star Game without a credible injury report. The league will speak with Inter Miami officials before providing an update on possible suspensions. Messi missed the All-Star Game last year with an injury. Messi is tied with Nashville forward Sam Surridge for the MLS lead in goals scored with 18. Messi has scored two goals in six of his last seven matches. ___ AP soccer:
