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Messi avoids MLS suspension after fifth yellow card under 'good behavior' rule
October 31, 2026 at 11:55 PM
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Lionel Messi will play Inter Miami's match against New England Revolution on Sunday despite receiving his fifth yellow card of the MLS season.
- Messi received his fifth yellow card in Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with Cincinnati on Wednesday.
- MLS rules cancel one yellow card for every five consecutive league matches a player completes without a booking.
- The rule removed two cards from Messi's tally, leaving three counted and allowing him to face New England Revolution.
- Messi has scored 25 goals and provided 13 assists in 29 league appearances this season.