Inter Miami's manager Javier Mascherano stated that Lionel Messi would have been allowed to skip the MLS All-Star Game if Inter Miami had been playing away. Messi was banned for missing the All-Star Game without permission, which frustrated him and the team. MLS commissioner Don Garber mentioned the enforcement of the All-Star participation policy and hinted it could be reviewed. Mascherano expressed disagreement with the decision but acknowledged the team's adaptation to the situation during their following match.
Mascherano expressed frustration over Messi's one-match ban, questioning the policy's enforcement in relation to home games versus away games, suggesting favoritism based on venue.
MLS commissioner Don Garber acknowledged the challenges of enforcing policies around the All-Star game, stating that the decision was difficult and that they would review the existing policy.
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