Lionel Messi suffered an injury on Saturday (08/02), against Nexaca, for Leagues Cup, needing to leave the match with only 11 minutes of play. This Sunday (08/03), Inter Miami updated the Argentine situation, stating that he had a “mild muscle injury” in his right leg.
The injury happened after a drag in which Messi had the ball divided with two markers from the Mexican team. Federico Redondo replaced the shirt 10.
Inter Miami has not stated how long Messi will be in the team, but stated that “their medical release will depend on their clinical progress and response to treatment.”
The game in question ended a draw 2-2. Segovia and Jordi Alba scored Inter Miami’s goals, while Badaloni and Moreal scored for the Mexicans. On penalties, the American team won 5-4 and advanced.
🚨🚑 Leo Messi injury update – Inter Miami statement:
“Leo Messi underwent medical tests to evaluate the extent of the muscle discomfort he experienced yesterday
“The results confirmed a minor muscle injury in his right leg. His medical clearance will depend on his clinical… pic.twitter.com/em4wCKKX8G
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