2025 MLS All-Star Game rosters: Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez headline Liga MX side, with Messi in doubt

Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez lead a star-packed Liga MX squad for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game, while Lionel Messi’s uncertain status adds tension to the Austin showdown — check the full rosters.

The 2025 MLS All-Star Game heads to Austin with plenty of star power. Liga MX brings in Sergio Ramos and James Rodriguez, adding veteran leadership and flair to a matchup that’s already shaping up as one to watch.

Ramos, now captain of the Liga MX squad, brings a wealth of experience to the showcase, while Rodriguez adds a creative edge. Their presence underscores Liga MX’s intent to make this edition more than just an exhibition.

On the MLS side, all eyes are on Lionel Messi. Though listed on the roster, his continued absence from training raises doubts about whether the Argentine icon will take the field in one of the league’s biggest events.

All-Star showdown: MLS and Liga MX roster for 2025 clash

The 2025 MLS All-Star Game brings North America’s top talent together at Austin’s Q2 Stadium on July 23—featuring an elite roster up against Liga MX’s best. Through fan voting, coach picks and commissioner selections, both sides are stacked for a clash of experience and flair…

MLS All-Star roster highlights

Goalkeepers:

• Dayne St. Clair (Minnesota United) – voted in after leading in clean sheets
• Brad Stuver (Austin FC) – coach’s pick
• Yohei Takaoka (Vancouver Whitecaps) – coach’s pick

Defenders:

• Jordi Alba (Inter Miami)
• Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew)
• Tristan Blackmon (Vancouver)
• Michael Boxall (Minnesota)
• Alex Freeman (Orlando)
• Jakob Glesnes (Philadelphia)
• Andy Najar (Nashville)
• Miles Robinson (Cincinnati)
• Kai Wagner (Philadelphia)

Midfielders:

• Sebastian Berhalter (Vancouver)
• Cristian Espinoza (San Jose)
• Evander (FC Cincinnati)
• Carles Gil (New England)
• Diego Luna (Real Salt Lake)
• Hany Mukhtar (Nashville)
• Jeppe Tverskov (San Diego)
• Obed Vargas (Seattle)
• Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)

Forwards:

• Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
• Denis Bouanga (LAFC)
• Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)
• Anders Dreyer (San Diego)
• Chucky Lozano (San Diego)
• Marco Pašalić (Orlando)
• Diego Rossi (Columbus)
• Sam Surridge (Nashville)
• Brian White (Vancouver)

Liga MX All-Star roster highlights

Goalkeepers:

• Luis Malagón (Club América)
• Kevin Mier (Cruz Azul)

Defenders:

• Sergio Ramos (Monterrey)
• Sebastián Cáceres
• Willer Ditta
• Luan García
• Jesús Gallardo
• Joaquim Pereira
• Israel Reyes
• Ignacio Rivero
• Carlos Rotondi

Midfielders:

• Roberto Alvarado
• Juan Brunetta
• Sergio Canales
• Rodrigo Dourado
• Érik Lira
• Elías Montiel
• Gilberto Mora (16-year-old prodigy)
• James Rodríguez
• Marcel Ruíz
• Agustín Palavecino
• Alejandro Zendejas

Forwards:

• Diber Cambindo
• Hugo Camberos
• Uroš Đurđević
• Henry Martín
• Paulinho
• Brian Rodríguez
• Alexis Vega

From: bolavip.com