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Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and FC Cincinnati

Lionel Messi rests as Inter Miami and FC Cincinnati play to scoreless draw
Cincinnati’s Miles Robinson scored a header (90’+3’), but appeared to hit Inter Miami defender Noah Allen in the head during the score. The play was ruled a foul on the field, and VAR wasn’t enough to overturn it to a goal.
Inter Miami plays FC Cincinnati to 0-0 draw without suspended Messi
Inter Miami played FC Cincinnati to a 0-0 draw without the suspended Lionel Messi on Saturday night. Messi was not available after he and teammate Jordi Alba were suspended one match by Major League Soccer for skipping the All-Star game. Messi was still in attendance on Saturday, watching from a suite at Chase Stadium.
FC Cincinnati prepares for Inter Miami minus suspended Lionel Messi
FC Cincinnati is preparing for a critical match against Inter Miami after defeating them last week, but this time Lionel Messi won't play.
Is Lionel Messi Playing Tonight For Inter Miami Vs FC Cincinnati?
After a one-week break, Inter Miami returns to MLS action as they host FC Cincinnati at Chase Stadium. Inter Miami suffered a 3-0 loss against FC Cincinnati, which pushed Cincinnati to the top of the Eastern Conference.
Will Lionel Messi play vs. Orlando City? Latest update on Inter Miami star
Lionel Messi won’t travel or play with Inter Miami on the road against in-state rival Orlando City on Sunday Night Soccer on Aug. 10.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba in question vs. FC Cincinnati
Inter Miami will host FC Cincinnati in a matchup of two of the top five teams in the Eastern Conference on Saturday night in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. FC Cincinnati (15-6-3, 48 points) blanked Inter Miami 3-0 on July 16 and surged to the top spot in the conference following a 1-0 win over Real Salt Lake last Saturday.
Messi to miss Miami's MLS Orlando clash
Lionel Messi will miss Inter Miami's Major League soccer clash with Florida rivals Orlando on Sunday as he continues to recover from a "minor" muscle injury, coach Javier Mascherano said
Mascherano Confirms Lionel Messi’s Availability for Inter Miami’s Florida Derby vs. Orlando City
Following impressive victories in the 2025 Leagues Cup, Inter Miami prepare to face Orlando City in the Florida Derby. Head coach Javier Mascherano discussed Lionel Messi's readiness for this pivotal game.
Inter Miami F Lionel Messi (leg) ruled out for Sunday
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi will not travel for Sunday's match at Orlando City due to a "minor" muscle injury in his right leg, coach Javier Mascherano said Saturday.
'Too risky' for Lionel Messi to face Orlando - Mascherano
Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano confirmed Lionel Messi will not travel with the team to face Orlando City on Sunday night at Inter&co Stadium, admitting it would be too big of a risk for the player given the busy schedule.
Orlando City seek another win vs. short-handed Inter Miami
Inter Miami will be without Lionel Messi as they jump back into MLS competition on Sunday night against host and in-state rival Orlando City. Herons coach Javier Mascherano confirmed on Saturday that Messi will not travel for the game due to a "minor" muscle injury in his right leg.
Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba Suspended by MLS vs. FC Cincinnati for Missing All-Star Game
Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba have been suspended for Inter Miami's crucial match against FC Cincinnati after missing this week ...
FC Cincinnati draws with Messi-less Inter Miami despite late controversy
FC Cincinnati and Inter Miami had quality chances to take the lead, but neither team prevailed in the 0-0 draw.
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FC Cincinnati drops Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF at TQL Stadium ...
FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga (21) guards Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) in the first half of the match between FC Cincinnati and Inter Miami in Cincinnati on Wednesday, July ...
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Lionel Messi won't play in MLS All-Star Game. Will he face suspension?
Lionel Messi will skip the festivities for the second straight ... It’s unclear whether Messi or Alba would miss Inter Miami’s next match against first-place FC Cincinnati on Saturday, July ...