Lionel Messi has been diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, leading to uncertainty regarding his return to play. The injury occurred during a match against Philadelphia. Messi's recovery timeline will depend on clinical progress as he prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
Lionel Messi suffered a left hamstring injury during Inter Miami CF's 6-4 victory against Philadelphia Union, raising concerns ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The club confirmed the injury was due to muscle overload and did not provide a definitive return date.
Lionel Messi raised injury concerns before the World Cup after being substituted in the 73rd minute of a match against Philadelphia Union. He appeared to clutch his left leg but walked off unaided. Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos stated it was a precautionary measure.
