Messi Injury Scare Ahead of World Cup: Argentina Star Subbed Early After Hamstring Discomfort in MLS Win
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- •Lionel Messi appeared to suffer a left hamstring injury and was substituted in the 73rd minute of Inter Miami’s 6-4 MLS win over Philadelphia Union.
- •Messi provided two assists before his exit, while Luis Suárez scored a hat-trick in the high-scoring match.
- •The World Cup begins for Argentina on June 16, and Messi has previously stated he will only play if fully fit.
- •Inter Miami’s strong performance keeps them second in the Eastern Conference as the MLS season reaches its halfway point.
Lionel Messi raised concerns among Argentina fans on Sunday after appearing to suffer a left hamstring injury during Inter Miami’s thrilling 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer (MLS). The Argentine superstar, who is known for rarely being substituted, walked off the field in the 73rd minute following what looked like discomfort, heading straight to the dressing room without medical assistance. While the club has not officially confirmed the severity of the issue, the timing of the incident has sparked worry due to the imminent start of the FIFA World Cup, where Messi is Argentina’s captain and a key player.
Before his early exit, Messi had already made a significant impact on the match, providing two assists to set up teammates. Uruguayan striker Luis Suárez further enhanced his match with a hat-trick, helping Inter Miami complete a dramatic comeback after Philadelphia had taken an early 2-0 lead. The match was a high-scoring affair, with a record eight goals scored in the first half alone, marking the highest-scoring first half in MLS history. Despite the physical challenge, Inter Miami’s attacking prowess shone through, with Rodrigo De Paul scoring a late goal to seal the win, while Germán Berterame added two more goals to the tally.
