Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba, the former Barcelona stars now playing in MLS, will not face sanctions for declining to participate in the MLS All-Star game. Reports initially suggested they could have been suspended for a match due to their absence. However, the league has opted not to penalize them. The decision allows both players to continue their regular season play without interruption, a welcome relief for Inter Miami fans eager to see their star players on the field.