Mascherano fires back at critics over his red card antics and explains why Messi won’t be on the pitch against D.C. United.

Javier Mascherano, Herons' coach, benched his Argentine compatriot, insisting the team must adapt, stating: 'We need the whole squad'

Lionel Messi sat out Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup quarterfinal win over Tigres as a precaution, raising concerns about his recovery. In his absence, Luis Suárez scored twice from the penalty spot to send Miami into the semifinals.