Lionel Messi, of course, is currently the best player in MLS -- and he's 38. At Inter Miami, the current betting favorites for MLS Cup, he's flanked by 38-year-old Luis Suárez, 36-year-old Jordi Alba, and 37-year-old Sergio Busquets.

Messi played every minute in 22 of 23 matches since April 2, logging more than 2,000 minutes during the span. His last game off was April 27. He recently set an MLS record scoring two goals in five straight matches, and six of his last seven in the regular season.

Lionel Messi was named MLS Player of the Month for July after scoring eight goals and providing three assists in just five matches for Inter Miami.

The stars will each get a one-game suspension for skipping the All-Star Game despite their heavy workload this summer

Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will miss Inter Miami’s next contest after being suspended one match for skipping the MLS All-Star Game.

Son Heung-min’s arrival at LAFC proved to be a triumph. While he did not find the net, he delivered a crucial assist in the team’s draw. His debut performance drew comparisons to Lionel Messi’s first match with Inter Miami.