Major League Soccer announced Friday that Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will be suspended for the team’s next match against FC Cincinnati on Saturday.

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano took issue with Major League Soccer's decision to suspend both Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba for Saturday's match against FC Cincinnati after the pair sat out the MLS All-Star Game without getting prior approval to do so.

Stars turned out to be a frustrating affair with multiple top stars failing to show up for the game. While all eyes were on the reignited clash between Sergio Ramos and Lionel Messi, the Argentine's decision to skip the match left many with a sour taste following the final whistle.