Lionel Messi's Absence in US Open Cup Final for Inter Miami Raises Questions

Lionel Messi was not named in the squad for the U.S. Open Cup final between Inter Miami CF and the Houston Dynamo due to an injury picked up while on Argentina duty. Without Messi and another injured player, Inter Miami CF lost 2-1 to Houston Dynamo, who took advantage of their absence to secure the victory. Despite Miami's efforts to come back, they could only manage a late consolation goal. This win marked Houston Dynamo's second U.S. Open Cup title.