Stars turned out to be a frustrating affair with multiple top stars failing to show up for the game. While all eyes were on the reignited clash between Sergio Ramos and Lionel Messi, the Argentine's decision to skip the match left many with a sour taste following the final whistle.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as ‘A Lot of Hits’—Lionel Messi Sent Transfer Warning by Saudi Pro League Star.

The stars will each get a one-game suspension for skipping the All-Star Game despite their heavy workload this summer

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.

Soccer fans won’t see Messi, the 2024 MLS MVP, on a grand stage against Cincinnati’s Evander, a rising Brazilian who captained the MLS All-Stars in Messi’s place and is in the conversation with him for 2025 MVP.

Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba won't be available when Inter Miami takes on Eastern Conference-leading Cincinnati F Saturday, much to the dismay of team owner Jorge Mas.

Major League Soccer announced Friday that Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will be suspended for the team’s next match against FC Cincinnati on Saturday.

Lionel Messi shirts dotted the concourse at Austin's Q2 Stadium for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game, but there was no Messi jersey on the pitch.

Pep Guardiola had his say on Lamine Yamal comparisons with Lionel Messi after he inherited the iconic 'Number 10' jersey at Barcelona.

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.