Argentina’s World Cup Hopes Shaken as Messi Exits Inter Miami Clash Due to Fatigue
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- •Lionel Messi walked off during an Inter Miami match on May 25, 2026, due to thigh discomfort, raising World Cup fitness concerns
- •Inter Miami manager Guillermo Hoyos confirmed it was precautionary due to fatigue, not an injury
- •Messi is expected to be part of Argentina’s 26-man World Cup squad; Argentina begins defense on June 16 against Algeria
- •Other key injuries reported: Hugo Ekitike (Achilles, out), Rodrygo and Éder Militão (Brazil, out), Serge Gnabry (Germany, out); Lamine Yamal expected to recover in time
Buenos Aires, May 25, 2026 — Just days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, Argentina football fans worldwide were left on edge after captain Lionel Messi walked off the field during an Inter Miami match in Major League Soccer, raising serious concerns about his fitness ahead of what could be his final World Cup appearance. Messi, who was playing his last game for the American club before joining the Argentine national team camp, showed visible signs of discomfort around the 70th minute and signaled for a substitute after a free kick in the 73rd minute. The moment triggered immediate speculation over a possible injury, but Inter Miami manager Guillermo Hoyos moved quickly to calm the nerves.
