25.05.2026 12:20
Lionel Messi, who played his last match with Inter Miami before the World Cup, left the game with a suspected injury. Messi's condition will be examined by the club doctors.
The moments Lionel Messi experienced during Inter Miami's match against Philadelphia Union caused great panic in Argentina. The star player's request to leave the game ahead of the World Cup raised concerns.
MESSI WANTED TO LEAVE THE GAME
In the 72nd minute of the match between Inter Miami and Philadelphia Union, Lionel Messi was seen holding his left thigh in pain. The Argentine star then signaled for a substitution and went directly to the locker room.
ARGENTINE PRESS ON ALERT
Following Messi's exit from the game, injury claims emerged in the Argentine press. There was major concern about the star player's condition ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
“NOT INJURED, JUST VERY TIRED”
Inter Miami Head Coach Guillermo Hoyos, who made a statement after the match, said Messi did not have a serious injury. Hoyos stated, “There is no information indicating any injury. He was really very tired; his request to leave the game was solely due to fatigue. The pitch was very heavy.”
“WE DIDN’T WANT TO TAKE A RISK”
Responding to questions about Messi leaving the game while holding his left thigh, Hoyos said, “When in doubt, it's always best not to take a risk.”
IT WAS HIS LAST MATCH BEFORE THE WORLD CUP
The match against Philadelphia Union was Lionel Messi's last game with Inter Miami before the World Cup. The Argentine star is expected to join the national team camp shortly.
ARGENTINA WILL START THE TOURNAMENT ON JUNE 16
Argentina, the defending World Cup champion, will face Algeria in its first match of the tournament on June 16. It was learned that Messi's health condition is being closely monitored.