On the MLS disciplinary report this week, you’re going to see a very odd designation for a handful of players, including New England Revolution winger Tajon Buchanan and attacking midfielder Carles Gil.
SUSPENDED - All Star Game Participation. No really, I took a screenshot and everything:
I guess playing in an exhibition is more important that finalizing your transfer as far as league impact and growth...odd concept from @MLS and @thesoccerdon. #NERevs https://t.co/1KXnb63Cay pic.twitter.com/MXW32HycNC
— Jake Catanese (@JCatanese43) August 27, 2021
I understand that Major League Soccer wants it’s All-Stars - a combination of players voted in by fans, selected by the appointed head coach (in this year’s edition vs LigaMX Bob Bradley as the game was hosted by LAFC), and two commissioner’s picks - to play in one of, if not the league’s marquee non-playoff events.