Messi, Inter Miami and Charlotte

Messi on bench, Ustari red card, 10-man Inter Miami beats Charlotte 1-0 with Allende goal
Lionel Messi returned to the active roster on Sunday after missing back-to-back games, but he was not in the Inter Miami starting lineup against Charlotte FC. The Argentine captain began the game on the bench on a sunny afternoon at Chase Stadium.
Why Didn't Lionel Messi Play for Inter Miami vs. Charlotte?
Lionel Messi did not play against Charlotte because Inter Miami had to play down a man after Oscar Ustari's early red card.
Lionel Messi held out of Inter Miami win after Oscar Ustari red
Inter Miami CF head coach Javier Mascherano said he changed the game plan after goalkeeper Oscar Ustari received a red card against Charlotte FC at Chase Stadium, preventing Lionel Messi from coming off the bench as a substitute.
Inter Miami tops Charlotte FC sans Messi, with 10 men on field: Recap, highlights
Lionel Messi never saw the field during Sunday's game between Inter Miami and Charlotte FC. He wasn't needed though as Miami emerged victorious, 1-0.
What happened to Lionel Messi? Injury concerns shrouded in mystery amidst silence from Inter Miami
Inter Miami have been extremely protective of their legendary superstar ever since Lionel Messi joined the club in the summer of 2023, even as questions are raised about his fitness after multiple matches missed.
Inter Miami announce another Argentine teammate for Lionel Messi
Inter Miami's sporting project continues to take shape. Along with preserving their unbeaten record in 2025, Javier Mascherano has brought in another Argentine young player to provide additional support for Lionel Messi.
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Miami sink Charlotte 1-0 despite losing goalkeeper Ustari to red card and Messi resting
Inter Miami strike early in second half and hold on for 1-0 win over Charlotte despite losing starting goalkeeper Oscar Ustari to a first half red card and Lionel Messi getting another rest day ...