Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has cited fatigue as the reason why he skipped the MLS All-Stars game.
Messi missed last week Wednesday’s match in Austin, Texas, where the MLS squad posted a 3-1 win against Mexico’s Liga MX All-Stars.
As a result, the Argentina star was suspended for a game by the MLS body.
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Messi has admitted struggling with his fitness upon his return from suspension, as he criticized Major League Soccer for “not letting him compete.”
“I was in a bit of a drag at the start,” Messi commented after his team’s victory, in which he provided two assists. “I was playing regularly, but the other day they didn’t let me play. And I felt it today, especially in the first half.”
Messi added, “Not playing the other day, even though it may seem positive at first glance, is worse for me, because I need the competition. Physically, I feel better as I play matches and find my rhythm.”
