Lionel Messi has been sensational throughout the 2025 Major League Soccer season, but his presence in the All-Star game is now suddenly in question.

Lionel Messi could receive a costly suspension if he refuses to play in the MLS All-Star Game.It came as no surprise when Messi led the 26-player MLS All-Star roster. The Inter Miami star has recorded 18 goals in as many league appearances this season,

Expectation began to rise once again after the MLS All-Star squad list was released, including Inter Miami legend Lionel Messi on it. Speculation has swirled around Lionel Messi’s potential participation in the 2025 MLS All-Star Game after the Argentine missed training sessions with the squad.