Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami's match against the Houston Dynamo, prompting speculation about his fitness. Coach Javier Mascherano has since addressed Messi's status. Lionel Messi did not participate in Inter Miami‘s MLS match against the Houston Dynamo on March 2,

Lionel Messi has been in sensational form for Inter Miami since arriving in the MLS, but the Argentine is refusing to think about his future as his contract continues to run down

The club have undergone a complete transformation.

"Leo is fine. He is OK. He will train normally like the rest of his teammates," Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said about Messi's fitness, according to the report.

Inter Miami enters their Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 tie against Cavalier FC in strong form, having recently won matches in both the Concacaf Champions League and MLS. Their victories over Sporting Kansas City and Houston Dynamo showcase their attacking prowess and overall team strength.

Inter Miami are gearing up to face Houston Dynamo on Matchday 2 of the MLS season. However, the biggest question surrounding the matchup is the availability of Lionel Messi. Amid speculation, Houston Dynamo addressed the situation on their social media.

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano said he chose to rest Lionel Messi against the Houston Dynamo on Sunday in an effort to prevent an injury to the Argentina star after he featured in three matches in seven days.

Javier Mascherano has addressed concerns regarding Lionel Messi's health after the star forward was absent from Inter Miami's recent 4-1 win away at the Houston Dynamo

Messi skips Houston game, Inter Miami wins 4-1 without him, Luis Suarez defies age, Javier Mascherano fumes over controversial Ian Fray red card. Plus, news on Noah Allen.