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MLS All-Star Game roster features Messi and World Cup players

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 3:32 PM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

MLS All-Star Game roster features Messi and World Cup players

Summary

The Major League Soccer All-Star Game roster was announced, including Lionel Messi and 13 other FIFA World Cup participants. The game is set to take place in Charlotte, hosted by Charlotte SC, with players from various teams representing the league against Mexico's Liga MX squad. Messi's participation remains uncertain, especially as he is still active in the World Cup with Argentina, set to conclude on July 19. Notable absences include Diego Luna, despite a solid MLS start. The match promises a showcase of talent from both leagues.

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By the Numbers

•Lionel Messi and 13 World Cup players headline the MLS roster.
•The All-Star Game will take place in Charlotte on July 29.
•Charlotte SC hosts its first All-Star Game with included players.
•Diego Luna misses the roster despite strong performance in MLS.
•Messi's participation remains uncertain due to ongoing World Cup commitments.

Latest Updates

3:32 PMYahoo Sports — MLS All-Star roster is out: Messi and Cape Verde's World Cup hero headline

What they're saying

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Lionel Messi is an MLS All-Star, with a dozen other FIFA World Cup participants joining him on the squad. See the full roster and game time, date.
— Yahoo Sports

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