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Lionel Messi To Miss MLS All-Star Game Due To Injury

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, second from top right, watches from field-level seats during the second half of an MLS soccer match against the Chicago Fire Saturday, July 20, 2024, in Fort Lauderda

Inter Miami's star player Lionel Messi will be sidelined for the upcoming MLS All-Star Game due to an ankle injury he sustained during the Copa America final on July 14. Messi, a renowned 37-year-old Argentine forward and eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, has been absent from Miami's recent victories over Toronto FC and the Chicago Fire as he focuses on his recovery.

Joining Messi on the unavailable list for the All-Star Game is his teammate Luis Suárez, who is dealing with knee discomfort. The team has stated that both players' availability for Saturday's Leagues Cup opening match against Mexican club Puebla will depend on their daily recovery progress.

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