It's going to be a very busy spring, summer, and fall for Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, who are led by Javier Mascherano in their defense of the Supporters' Shield and quest for a first MLS Cup.

Lionel Messi has been involved in two incidents. He was fined for a neck grab on an assistant coach, and a referee was banned for asking for Messi's autograph.

Teams will look to unseat the LA Galaxy as reigning MLS Cup champions but with so much change around the league such as Jesus Ferriera to Seattle, Lucho Acosta to FC Dallas and Evander to FC Cincinnati,