Lionel Messi once again becomes the hero for Inter Miami after a dramatic 2-1 win over Atlas FC in their first game of the 2025 Leagues Cup. Messi didn't score, but he provided two assists, with one coming in the last minute.

Ex-MLS Coach Explodes Over Lionel Messi's Suspension: "It's a Joke" originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Inter Miami were handed a harsh reality check ahead of their game against Cincinnati FC, with Major League Soccer confirming a one-match ban for Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba.

Yassine Cheuko, who serves as Lionel Messi's personal security guard, has received a ban covering the entire duration of the 2025 Leagues Cup tournament. The suspension follows an incident where he accessed the playing area without proper accreditation after Inter Miami's encounter with Atlas.