Lionel Messi Injury Return

Lionel Messi Injury Return Date Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

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Published - May 25, 2026, 07:20 AM

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Lionel Messi Injury Return Date Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Summary

Argentina star Lionel Messi was recently precautionary substituted off the field during Inter Miami's recent game against Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer regular season action.
The former Barcelona star was taken out of action in the 73rd minute after feeling some tightness in the hamstring during the clash.
Lionel Messi is part of the Argentina National Football Team squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, his sixth appearance in world football's showcase event.

Inter Miami talisman Lionel Messi was recently taken off the field in the 73rd minute during his MLS side's regular season encounter against Philadelphia Union, sparking fears about his fitness ahead of his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to recent comments from the club head coach, Guillermo Hoyos, during a recent interview, the Argentine star was substituted as a precaution after Messi felt a tightness in his right hamstring.

Former Barcelona star's fresh injury setback has increased panic from fans, who are searching for Lionel Messi injury update and fitness availability for the Argentina National football team camp before FIFA World Cup 2026. However, after Hoyo's comments, the new Lionel Messi injury return date is expected to be a bit more later considering the club is still waiting on the full medical report about the player.

How Did Lionel Messi Injury Take Place?

The reigning World Cup champion has been in fine form for his MLS side this season, scoring 12 goals and created 7 assists and picked up a right hamstring tightness injury during the regular season contest against Philadelphia Union on May 25.

A hamstring injury has every chance of turning out to be devastating for the former PSG winger and his adoring fans across the world, the Lionel Messi injury date is expected to be a quick turnaround. As one of the greatest footballers off all time, Lionel Messi remains a key figure and leader of La Albiceleste as he looks to help his countrymen retain their status as the reigning and defending FIFA World Cup champions.

How Was Lionel Messi Performance In The Last FIFA World Cup?

The Argentine star was at his sparkling best during his country's FIFA World Cup winning campaign during the 2022 edition in Qatar. During his 7 appearances in the tournament, Messi scored 7 goals and created 3 assists in 690 minutes of action. His contributions especially in the Final against one of the best strikers in the world, Kylian Mbappe helped them win their third World Cup title in history.