Inter Miami are set to face MLS leader FC Cincinnati, and star Lionel Messi's absence in the key game raised concern among fans. Lionel Messi has once again become one of the most talked-about figures in soccer—not only for his record-setting performances but also for the recent controversy surrounding the MLS All-Star Game.

Next week, Inter Miami will begin their run in the Leagues Cup, and a decision by Major League Soccer will put Lionel Messi at the center of attention. Inter Miami have been focused in recent weeks on collecting as many points as possible in Major League Soccer to close the gap at the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

Lionel Messi's second collaboration with Stanley has tumblers, mugs, and other bottles in the soccer player's original colorway.

“A Goal in Life: Messi x Refik Anadol,” the artwork created by world-renowned artist Refik Anadol using artificial intelligence and inspired by global soccer star Lionel Messi’s favorite goal, was auctioned at Christie’s for $1.87 million on Tuesday. The auction house has not disclosed the identity of the buyer.

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