Lionel Messi News: On bench versus Galaxy

Messi (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Los Angeles Galaxy.

Messi made the match squad for the first time since Aug. 2, when he was forced off in the Leagues Cup. Despite being fit, the experienced attacker will have his playing time managed, with Tadeo Allende and Fafa Picault starting on the wings Saturday. However, Messi should eventually regain a regular spot, looking to improve on his solid totals of 18 goals and seven assists in 18 appearances over the current MLS campaign.