Messi’s team, Inter Miami, told ESPN that it was the club’s decision not to allow Cheuko on the sidelines, instead deciding to rely on their own security team to handle fans.

Lionel Messi's bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, has been banned from protecting the Inter Miami star on the pitch during the team's matches going forward. Cheuko, who was a former Navy SEAL, had gained notoriety after videos were posted on social media showing him keeping an eye on the crowd.

Messi has been recovering from a groin injury suffered earlier this month. He's available, but it remains to be seen how much. And he's far from the only Miami player who can give the Union trouble.