Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are out of Wednesday’s MLS All-Star Game in Columbus, Ohio.
Messi rolled his ankle during the Copa America final on July 14. He was seen wearing a protective boot during a ceremony honoring his 45 career titles before Inter Miami’s 2-1 win over the Chicago Fire on Saturday. Suarez started that match after coming off the bench in Inter Miami’s 3-1 victory over Toronto FC three days earlier.
“Leo Messi will miss the All-Star Game due to an ankle injury, while Luis Suarez, who recently returned from international duty after over 40 days away from the club, will miss the All-Star Game due to knee discomfort,” Inter Miami said in a statement obtained by Miami Herald reporter Michelle Kaufman. “Their availability for Saturday’s League’s Cup match will be assessed based on their daily recovery process.”