Messi’s hamstring injury puts World Cup plans in doubt
Lionel Messi has been diagnosed with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring, raising concerns just weeks before the World Cup. Inter Miami confirmed the injury after he left the field during a recent match. The club has not provided a specific timeline for his return. Fans and the football world are now watching closely as Argentina prepares for the upcoming tournament.
Match highlights
- Lionel Messi exited in the 73rd minute of Inter Miami’s 6-4 win over Philadelphia after grabbing his left leg.
- Medical tests revealed muscle fatigue in his left hamstring, with no clear timetable for his return.
- Inter Miami stated that his return depends on his clinical and functional progress.
- Messi has been managing his workload since joining Inter Miami in 2023, often missing matches during congested schedules.
- Argentina’s squad for the World Cup is expected to be named next week, with pre-tournament friendlies scheduled against Honduras and Iceland.
