Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba are set to rejoin Javier Mascherano’s squad when Inter Miami host Liga MX side Atlas at Chase Stadium in Wednesday’s Leagues Cup opener.

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba have not been sanctioned for skipping Wednesday's MLS All-Star Game in Austin, Texas, their coach confirmed Friday. Both players were voted into the showcase by the fans and media but neither featured in the MLS squad's 3-1 win against the Liga MX All-Stars.