It was just a scare. In Inter Miami’s 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union, Lionel Messi asked to be substituted in the 73rd minute and went directly to the locker room, with his hand on his left thigh, apparently suffering from a muscle injury.
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However, after medical examinations were carried out, the North American club issued an official statement on Monday night updating its captain’s clinical report, confirming that there is no problem, just physical discomfort.
«After undergoing complementary medical examinations this Monday, the initial diagnosis points to an overload associated with muscle fatigue in the left hamstring. The deadline for your return to physical activity will depend on your clinical and functional evolution», it can be read.
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Good news for Lionel Scaloni. The Argentina coach called up the former Barcelona player for the 2026 World Cup, which is just over two weeks away from starting. This was Messi’s last game for Inter Miami before the World Cup.
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