Lionel Messi did not travel with Inter Miami for their match against Houston Dynamo, a decision made by head coach Javier Mascherano to manage the team's heavy schedule. Amidst three games in ten days, including crucial Concacaf Champions Cup matches and the MLS opener, Messi is not injured and is set to play against Cavalier FC. Mascherano indicated the need to balance player workload in light of the demanding fixture list.
"Leo is fine, he is normal and he will train normally like all his teammates." Mascherano explained that although Messi is fit, the decision to rest him was tactical due to the hectic schedule of three games in ten days.
Mascherano emphasized the need for context in player management: "We played in a knockout round... we had to play three games in six days." This highlights the club's challenges in balancing competition and player health.
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