Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano criticized Major League Soccer’s decision to suspend Lionel Messi for the team's home match vs. FC Cincinnati on Saturday, July 26 over skipping the All-Star Game.

Departing Atlético Madrid star Rodrigo De Paul has provided an insight into the reasoning behind his decision to depart for the USA.

The 31-year-old Argentinian international will also not take away a designated roster slot in the Herons' first team while on loan with the club.

Inter Miami will take on league leaders Cincinnati without the services of Lionel Messi after his one-game suspension.

Inter Miami played FC Cincinnati to a 0-0 draw without the suspended Lionel Messi on Saturday night.