Lionel Messi Leaves Inter Miami Game Early Due to Hamstring Injury
Inter Miami’s hopes were dealt a blow on Wednesday night as star forward Lionel Messi exited their Concacaf Champions Cup match against Nashville SC in the 50th minute with an apparent right hamstring injury. The injury occurred as Messi appeared to favor his right leg, leading to concern among fans and teammates at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Messi, who had scored a crucial equalizer in the first half, was seen grimacing before being substituted early in the second half. Inter Miami, who went on to win the match 3-1 and advance on aggregate, must now anxiously await a diagnosis for their captain.
Inter Miami coach Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino stated exactly: “He felt some discomfort in his right leg. We will have to see how serious it might be in the next hours. Obviously, we’re worried but we’ll wait for more information.“
The loss of Messi, even temporarily, would be a significant setback for Inter Miami. The Argentine star has been pivotal for the club since joining, and his performance has sparked new enthusiasm for Major League Soccer. The crowd’s mood reflected that sense of concern as Messi left the field, with fans hoping for his rapid recovery.
Inter Miami advance to the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals, but their prospects for upcoming matches now depend greatly on the state of Messi’s injury. The club is expected to provide an update soon as the medical team assess the hamstring issue.
Messi’s presence has transformed both Inter Miami and U.S. soccer in recent months, and both fans and players alike will be hoping his latest setback is only a minor one.
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