Lionel Messi among the stars selected for the MLS vs. LIGA MX All-Star Game

Lionel Messi among the stars selected for the MLS vs. LIGA MX All-Star Game

Lionel Messi, one of the greatest soccer players in history, has been selected to represent Major League Soccer in the upcoming All-Star Game against a LIGA MX team on July 29 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Argentine star, who has 12 goals and eight assists in just 14 games this season for Inter Miami CF, is one of 13 players who took part in the World Cup and were named to the MLS All-Star team. The MLS squad also included several other high-profile players, including Cape Verdean defender Steven Moreira of the Columbus Crew and four players representing the United States, including NYCFC goalkeeper Matt Freese, defender Tim Ream of Charlotte FC, Max Arfsten of the Columbus Crew and midfielder Sebastian Berhalter of Vancouver Whitecaps FC.  It is not yet clear whether Messi will choose to play in the high-profile match, considering he missed last year's exhibition match, which resulted in him being suspended for one match by Inter Miami CF owner Jorge Mas, who called the decision "draconian." Messi, who was the top scorer at this year's World Cup, helped defending champions Argentina turn the tide against Egypt by winning 3-2 after a two-goal deficit. Argentina will now face Switzerland in the quarter-finals, with the World Cup final scheduled for July 19. The full list of players selected to the MLS All-Star team includes: **Goalkeepers (3)**: Maxime Crepeau (Orlando City), Matt Freese (New York City FC), Brian Schwake (Nashville SC) **Defenders (10)**: Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew), Lucas Herrington (Colorado Rapids), Richie Laryea (Toronto FC), Anthony Markanich (Minnesota United FC), Mbekezeli Mbokazi (Chicago Fire FC), Steven Moreira (Columbus Crew), Daniel Munie (San Jose Earthquakes), Andy Najar (Nashville SC), Jackson Ragen (Seattle Sounders FC), Tim Ream (Charlotte FC) **Midfielders (9)**: Sebastian Berhalter (Vancouver Whitecaps FC), Pep Biel (Charlotte FC), Rodrigo De Paul (Inter Miami CF), Evander (FC Cincinnati), Carles Gil (New England Revolution), Zavier Gozo (Real Salt Lake), Hany Mukhtar (Nashville SC), Thomas Müller (Vancouver Whitecaps FC), Ashley Westwood (Charlotte FC) **Forwards (7)**: Hugo Cuypers (Chicago Fire FC), Anders Dreyer (San Diego FC), Julian Hall (New York Red Bulls), Son Heung-min (LAFC), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami CF), Petar Musa (FC Dallas), Sam Surridge (Nashville SC). --- ## Related Articles 1) 2. [The Portuguese national team will honor Diogo Jota at the 2026 World Cup](https://bialoczerwoni.live/pl/news/reprezentacja-portugalii-uhonoruje-diogo-jote-na-ms-2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the MLS vs. LIGA MX All-Star Game take place?

The MLS vs. LIGA MX All-Star Game will take place on July 29 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Who was selected to represent MLS in the All-Star Game?

Lionel Messi and 12 other players were selected to represent MLS in the All-Star Game.

How many goals and assists does Lionel Messi have for Inter Miami CF this season?

Lionel Messi has 12 goals and 8assists in just 14 games this season for Inter Miami CF.

Will Lionel Messi play in the All-Star Game?

It is not yet clear whether Lionel Messi will decide to play in this prestigious match.

Who is one of the defenders selected for the MLS All-Star team?

One of the defenders selected to the MLS All-Star team is Charlotte FC's Tim Ream.

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