When Inter Miami traveled to Kingston, Jamaica, last month to play Cavalier FC in the Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16, Cheuko was in attendance but not seen on the pitch patrolling Messi’s movements at the National Stadium. Concacaf handles team security protocols for its competitions.

Inter Miami has decided to restrict Lionel Messi’s personal bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, from patrolling the sidelines during matches, a move that has reportedly left him frustrated. Cheuko has been a familiar presence near Messi,

Soccer fans who tune into Lionel Messi may have noticed one change about the star forward. Since the start of the 2025 Major League Soccer season, Messi's bodyguard has not been seen as often, roaming the touchlines and following the Argentine in case a fan tries to invade the pitch.