Messi played every minute in 22 of 23 matches since April 2, logging more than 2,000 minutes during the span. His last game off was April 27. He recently set an MLS record scoring two goals in five straight matches, and six of his last seven in the regular season.

The Inter Miami star has been suspended for Saturday's match after skipping the All-Star Game, and the decision could have major consequences for MLS.

Donovan Warns MLS: Suspending Lionel Messi Would Backfire originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The reigning MLS MVP was selected for the league's All-Star game but his club, Inter Miami, controversially decided he shouldn't play in it.

Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will miss Inter Miami’s next contest after being suspended one match for skipping the MLS All-Star Game.

The Messi cam is "pushing the boundaries of how fans experience the game," said MLS Executive Vice President of Media Seth Bacon. Bacon added, "With this collaboration, we're bringing fans even closer to one of the greatest players of all time- in a way that's dynamic, immersive, and made for the next generation of fans.

A look at some of the most important Lionel Messi cards in the history of The Hobby, as he continues to dominate MLS