According to an announcement from Inter Miami on Sunday, Lionel Messi is contending with a “slight” muscular issue in his right leg. This announcement followed the superstar forward’s departure from a game on Saturday, due to what seemed to be a hamstring problem.
Javier Mascherano, the head coach, characterized Messi’s injury as “unease” following Saturday’s Leagues Cup victory over Necaxa via a penalty shootout. He also informed reporters that Messi would undergo further assessment on Sunday.
Inter Miami’s report concerning Messi’s condition following this evaluation was brief and did not specify when Messi might be able to return.
“Messi underwent a series of medical examinations to ascertain the degree of muscular distress he encountered during last night’s Leagues Cup game against Necaxa, which caused him to be taken off the field,” the statement disclosed.
“The examination findings revealed a mild muscular injury in his right leg. His return to play will be determined by his clinical improvement and how he responds to the treatment.”
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This concluded the team’s statement, which did not verify whether Messi’s hamstring was affected.
During the initial moments of Saturday’s match, Messi collapsed onto the field after being challenged by defenders from Necaxa.
After the fall, he displayed his frustration by striking the ground with his hands. Subsequently, he rose and proceeded gingerly towards the Miami substitutes’ bench.
He took a seat on the ground before reaching the bench, where he received medical attention on his upper leg from the athletic trainers of Miami.
Eventually, he was replaced during the game and walked towards the changing room unaided.
Miami subsequently secured a victory in a penalty shootout, following a 2-2 draw at the end of regular time.
Messi has had previous hamstring injuries throughout his career, and he is now 38 years of age. Based on the provided information, it remains unclear when he will be able to resume activities or return to competitive play.
Miami has another Leagues Cup contest scheduled against Pumas UNAM on August 6. Following this, they will resume their MLS campaign against Orlando City on August 10, marking the start of 12 consecutive MLS matches lasting until October 18.
